Compassionate Dietary Aide: Patient Dining and Food Prep

Pruitthealth Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pruitthealth Corporation is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with food preparation and meal service for patients and residents. You will deliver trays, prepare between-meal nourishments and ensure proper food handling and sanitation throughout the shift.

The role emphasizes clean work areas, adherence to infection control guidelines, and cooperative teamwork with dietary staff and managers to support patient care in a compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Sufficient education to demonstrate functional literacy.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Previous food service experience preferred, long-term care dietary experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks in preparing meals, desserts and snacks for patients/residents.
• Deliver trays to patients/residents on halls and in dining areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining and kitchen areas.
• Record temperatures and ensure safe food handling practices.
• Follow infection control policies and report hazards.

Skills

Food handling

Sanitation

Tray delivery

Customer service

Communication

Education

Functional literacy

Tools

Dishwasher

Coffee maker

Meat slicer

Job description

Pruitthealth Corporation is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with food preparation and meal service for patients and residents. You will deliver trays, prepare between-meal nourishments and ensure proper food handling and sanitation throughout the shift.

The role emphasizes clean work areas, adherence to infection control guidelines, and cooperative teamwork with dietary staff and managers to support patient care in a compassionate environment.