Dietary Aide

For over 50 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) has provided affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to all San Diegans. With more than 2,500 employees spread throughout more than 50 sites around the county, FHCSD is proud of the diversity of its staff as a reflection of the communities it serves. The reward of working at FHCSD is more than a paycheck and excellent benefits; it is the impact and contribution to the San Diego community that employees value most. If you are passionate about improving the overall health and livelihood of your community, FHCSD is looking for people like you. Job Roles Assist in helping prepare meals in consultation with the Registered Dietitian. Serve meals as necessary and on a timely basis. Assist Registered Dietitian with menu planning, and ensuring all special diets ordered are served to the appropriate PACE Participant. Follow recipes, prepare and cook food in a clean and sanitary manner. Ensure established meal plans are prepared in line with Registered Dietitian instructions. As directed, take note of food allergies and prepare food in line with Participants’ needs. Assist Registered Dietitian in interviewing patients to ensure personalized dietary needs are met. Record meals served accurately, and monitor food temperatures. Set up meal trays, food carts, etc., and distribute trays prepared to PACE Participants. Set up and take down dining areas to ensure distribution and collection of plates, glasses, etc. Collect and clean trays, wipe kitchen surfaces and sanitize as necessary. Properly dispose of food waste, and ensure plates and utensils are not contaminated. Assist Registered Dietitian to ensure all the necessary ingredients are in stock, and keep track of what is in the kitchen and what needs to be replenished. Ensure all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. Perform other duties as assigned. Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations High School diploma or equivalent GED Certificate required. Food Handler’s permit required. Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County, to locations that may have limited access to public transportation; proof of liability and property damage insurance on vehicle used is required. DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Licensed for a minimum of 3 years; No more than 2 violations and/or accidents within 3 years; No vehicle related suspensions/reinstatements; No DUI, reckless or felony Driving within 7 years. Experience/Specialized skills (including Language) 1-2 years of experience in the role of Dietary Aide, or assisting in food preparation and distribution of meals to designated patients or participants preferably with the older adult population. Knowledge of safety guidelines and sanitation in food handling. Aptness in preparing meals in accordance with precise instructions. Ability to read and comprehend common recipes. Good verbal communication skills to include good customer service skills. Skill in operating cooking appliances, and cookware with the ability to work efficiently and safely. Ability to pay attention to detail to include following instructions for dietary needs, reading recipes and meal orders. Ability to record information accurately. Ability to work effectively with culturally, economically and educationally diverse populations Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. Repetitive use of hand: CONSTANTLY (6 HRS) Simple Grasping: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Sitting: CONSTANTLY (6 HRS) Standing: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Twisting: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Use of Personal Protective Equipment: N/A Walking: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Working around equipment and machinery: Office equipment Ages of Patients Served: N/A