Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".

What’s in it for you

Wage range: $17-18 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday from 11am - 7pm

Benefits:

• Full-time roles include:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with several plan options to choose from!
• Generous Paid Time Off and Leave Programs.
• Employee referral program
• Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, mental health assistance, and more.

The Diet Aide performs diversified duties to assure accurate and timely coordination and management of resident menus and meal services in a continued care retirement community. Responsibilities include clerical, record keeping and management of patient menus, computer access to patient information related to diet orders, patient contact to obtain preferences and assure resident dining satisfaction, tray passing and troubleshooting. Follows standard practices and complies with regulatory requirements

Responsibilities:

Successful candidates will have knowledge of basic math skills, and specialty resident diets in addition to the following;

• Competently and accurately process diets and nourishment order requests in computer system to optimize efficiency and productivity
• Assist residents with placing meal and snack orders, taking into consideration any food allergies, cultural preferences and CMC therapeutic diets restrictions (Diabetic, house, real, GI Bland etc.)
• Assure accuracy and appropriateness of meal including food texture, fluid consistency, appearance, portion control, taste and temperature. Able to make appropriate substitutions according to meal satisfaction standards.
• Perform first in, first out. Accurately cover, label and date all food items. Ensure all outdated items are discarded. Accurately document food temperatures.
• Maintain courteous, considerate, cooperative and accurate communication with facility personnel, patients and families.
  Attend department meetings and in-services
• Must be able to successfully complete criminal background checks (State and Federal) and drug screenings
• Must be willing to participate in patient/resident satisfaction programs/activities

Qualifications:

• Ability to access and enter data to form or entry functions on a computer
• Ability to write notes and brief instructions using correct spelling and grammar
• Deliver friendly and efficient customer service
• Speak clearly and present information orally
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out written and oral instructions
• High school diploma or GED required
• Six (6) months previous experience with one-on-one customer service interaction.
• Previous computer data entry experience
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand/walk frequently

Our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our communities. 

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Sunday,

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