Dietary Aide - Gary and Mary West PACE

Come work for Gary and Mary West Pace.

We are a rapidly growing all-inclusive Senior day center for the fragile elderly.

This is a full time Monday through Friday position at the day center. We are located in San Marcos, CA.

We offer several benefit plans to choose from and we also have a great 403B program.

Why Work for Gary and Mary West PACE?

Because you desire work/life balance and have a passion to make a difference in the lives of North County seniors and their families!

You will receive generous pay and a benefits program focused on your health and wellness that includes 10 paid holidays, 3 weeks of PTO, a 5% employer-match to our 403b retirement program, and no on-call time.

Because we encourage professional development and support all staff to expand their skillset, providing an annual education allowance.

You will be part of a distinct company culture where work feels like family and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team environment where you are appreciated and valued.

Come do your best work where your contribution matters!

About PACE:

Philanthropists Gary and Mary West founded West Health with the mission of enabling seniors to successfully age in place with access to high-quality, affordable health and support services that preserve and protect their dignity, quality of life, and independence. The Gary and Mary West PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly), affiliated with West Health (www.westhealth.org), is a new non-profit that delivers medical, social, and behavioral services to the frail elderly to the North County of San Diego. This PACE center will be entrepreneurial in nature and will focus on innovations and bringing new processes to the traditional PACE environment.

We're looking for passionate healthcare providers who want to be part of a team dedicated to enable seniors to live in their communities as independently as possible by providing compassionate, comprehensive health and supportive care.

Position Summary:

The GMW PACE Dietary Aide/Assistant is responsible for assisting in the provision of safe, therapeutic nutrition services at GMW PACE. The Dietary Assistant receives vendor-prepared food and readies it for participant meal service and ensuring the temperatures of cooling and warming equipment are recorded as directed, and the kitchen area remains clean and sanitary at all times. The Dietary Assistant collaborates effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to promote the GMW PACE values, team culture and mission.

Essential Functions:
•Assist the Registered Dietitian in provision of safe, therapeutic nutrition services that meet the diverse needs of GMW PACE participants:
•Receive vendor-prepared food and place in steam table to prepare for meal service.
•Measure and record temperatures of the food on delivery and at regular intervals, prior to serving, assuring that food remains safe for serving and within ranges indicated in GMW PACE P&Ps.
•Plate the food for meal service, identifying meals that meet individual participants' special dietary needs as ordered.
•Prepare alternate, pre-determined menu items as needed.
•Prepare snacks for activities as requested.
•Assist with serving as needed.
•Check and calibrate kitchen thermometers weekly or as needed.
•Label and date all perishable food in GMWPACE refrigerator and freezer, including any pre-packaged meals for home delivery, making sure all food is fresh and safe for consumption.
•Label and date all non-perishable food in the GMW PACE pantry, rotating inventory to maintain freshness.
•Communicate needs for additional food items and/or supplies to the Registered Dietitian.
•Measure and record water temperature and chemical levels of the dishwasher regularly and assist with ordering necessary chemicals.
•Ensure the kitchen area remains clean and sanitary at all times, including washing the dishes and counters between meal services and at the end of the day, mopping the floor daily, and taking the trash to outside dumpster daily.
•Complete all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
•Protect privacy and maintain the confidentiality of all company procedures and information about employees, participants, and families.
•Follow GMW PACE policies and procedures and participate in any required Quality Improvement activities, staff training, and meetings
•Other duties as assigned.

Education and Certification:
•Graduation from high school/GED or equivalent required.
•Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
•CA SERV safe Food Handler's certification within 30 days of hire.
•Valid driver license.
•Valid proof of auto insurance.

Skills & Experience:
•Minimum of one-year experience in food service or preparation, working with a frail or elderly population.
•Ability to process accurate information in a timely manner.
•Excellent organizational and communication skills.
•Ability to follow directions from supervisor and communicate needs effectively.
•Experience and competency working with people from diverse backgrounds.
•Commitment to unlocking the full potential of our most vulnerable seniors.

Medical Clearance:

Employees must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.

Job offers are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug screen, background check, Physical and health screen. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required. Must have a valid Driver License and proof of auto insurance.

Gary and Mary West PACE provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, military and veteran status, age, physical and mental disability, genetic characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation or any other considerations made unlawful by applicable state or local laws.