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We are seeking an experienced full time team member to join our team as a cook and dietary worker. This position involves : 1)preparing food 2)maintaining sanitary conditions 3) compliance with ...

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Dietary workers, also known as dietary aides or food service workers, are professionals who assist in the preparation, serving, and delivery of food in healthcare facilities, schools, or other institutions. They ensure that meals meet specific nutritional and dietary requirements set by dietitians and accommodate special needs of patients or residents. Their responsibilities may include cleaning kitchen areas, setting up dining rooms, and handling food safely to prevent contamination. Dietary workers play a crucial role in supporting the nutrition and well-being of individuals under their care.

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CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require food service trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; often similar food service training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, nursing homes, schools, and other healthcare or institutional settingsHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and community health programs
Job DutiesAssisting with food preparation, serving meals, cleaning, and maintaining dietary areasAssisting with meal service, setting up food trays, and supporting dietary staff

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Dietary Workers frequently collaborate with nursing staff, dietitians, and kitchen personnel to ensure patients receive meals that meet their medical and nutritional needs. They communicate regularly with healthcare teams to accommodate special diets, food allergies, and patient preferences. Strong teamwork and clear communication are essential, as dietary workers must adapt quickly to changes and ensure timely meal delivery. This collaborative environment helps support patient health and satisfaction.

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To thrive as a Dietary Worker, you need a basic knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and sanitation, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with food preparation equipment, dietary tracking systems, and knowledge of HACCP guidelines are typically important. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help ensure dietary needs are met and safe food practices are followed. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining food quality, safety standards, and supporting the health of those served.
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Dietary Worker II - Avir at Rosenberg - Food

Aramark

Rosenberg, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Aramark rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 1,265 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

389th of 485 rated business services

Job description

Job Description

Provide dietary advice in educational and hospital centers that have Aramark service, analyzing the procedures and techniques necessary for the preparation of balanced diets adapted to pathological conditions, as part of the prevention and promotion of healthy habits and complying with food safety and hygiene standards.

Act at all times with ethics and in accordance with Aramark's professional behavior policy.

Job Responsibilities
  • Elaborate diets adapted to each patient with special needs, conducting interviews on the ward to ascertain food preferences and intolerances, evaluating the idiosyncrasies of each patient/pathology to determine the nutritional status, dietary characteristics and possible nutritional deficiencies.
  • Preparing personalized diets according to the different pathologies, making modifications in the energetic contribution, proportion of nutrients and in the presentation and elaboration of the menus of the diets.
  • Organization and supervision of the different meals and their distribution.
  • Assess the degree of acceptance of a menu by the group of patients of the center, conducting follow-up interviews in order to introduce possible changes in the components of the menu, evaluation of results and designation of improvement plans.
  • Keeping control of the extra products served to the hospital.
  • Perform daily accounting of services rendered to customers (# of breakfasts, lunches, snacks and dinners)
  • Analyze the procedures necessary to comply with food safety and hygiene standards in the dietary service, taking into account: the quality of food at the time of reception, storage and conservation, the degree of cleanliness and disinfection of the facilities, the optimal environmental conditions and the waste disposal system.
  • Control food handling processes, determining the most appropriate transformation process for each type of food.
  • Collaborate with the kitchen in taking samples and temperatures, knowing how to interpret the results of the analysis made from them.
  • Carry out prevention and health promotion activities for the center's patients, drafting recommendations to be followed and communicating to patients and their families which eating habits are more advisable depending on each pathology.
  • Permanent attention and communication with patients to guarantee the quality of the service.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 1 year in health centers (hospitals, residences, ...).
  • Degree in Dietetics and Human Nutrition.
  • Complementary Training: Postgraduate or Master's Degree in Dietetics.
  • Familiarity managing a high volume of diners.
  • Spanish and English and according to contract and client's needs.
  • Office Suite
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About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Industry

Hospitality services and facilities support services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US

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