Compassionate Dietary Aide for Patient Meal Service

Universal Health Services; Augusta (GA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is seeking a Dietary Aide to prepare and serve meals for staff, patients, and visitors. You will work under the dietary manager and support patients with their meals in a clean, safe environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 months of related experience or training; ServSafe certification is encouraged. The facility emphasizes safety, quality food handling, and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1–3 months of relevant training or experience.
• Previous dietary aide experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of safety and sanitation guidelines in food service.
• Ability to follow precise recipes and instructions and to read common menus/recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food for staff, patients, and visitors.
• Assist the dietary manager and support patients with meals.
• Adhere to state and federal food-safety regulations and keep dining areas clean.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe Food Handler

Job description

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is seeking a Dietary Aide to prepare and serve meals for staff, patients, and visitors. You will work under the dietary manager and support patients with their meals in a clean, safe environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 months of related experience or training; ServSafe certification is encouraged. The facility emphasizes safety, quality food handling, and team collaboration.