Compassionate Dietary Aide — Per Diem (7hrs/wk)

Apple Rehab Inc; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships and career development

4 weeks paid time off

7 paid holidays

Health insurance benefits

Disability coverage

Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD service

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance coverage

401K retirement program

Longevity credit

Job summary

Apple Rehab Avon in Avon, CT, is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide on a per diem schedule to join our 60-bed skilled nursing and short-term rehab facility. Starting at $17/hour, this role supports meal prep, dining areas, and resident interactions.

The position emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and compassionate service, with a focus on teamwork and resident wellbeing. Perks include competitive benefits and scheduling flexibility.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk, bend, lift, push, pull, turn, stoop and stretch.
• Ability to unload and stock groceries on shelves of various heights and to lift large items up to 50lbs.
• Ability to write and record data, to read and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to remain calm and work efficiently in cases of emergency.
• Ability to communicate with residents, staff, family members in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal and snack preparation.
• Maintain dining area cleanliness.
• Receive, organize and store supplies and food items, while rotating stock as per guidelines.
• Regularly engage with residents to offer assistance and create a positive dining experience.
• Wash dishes, pans and utensils to uphold sanitation standards.
• Adhere to infection control, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
• Report safety or sanitation violations to the supervisor promptly.
• Handle food in strict accordance with sanitary regulations to guarantee resident safety.

Skills

Mobility proficiency

Lifting up to 50lbs

English literacy

Calm under pressure

Professional communication

Job description

Apple Rehab Avon in Avon, CT, is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide on a per diem schedule to join our 60-bed skilled nursing and short-term rehab facility. Starting at $17/hour, this role supports meal prep, dining areas, and resident interactions.

The position emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and compassionate service, with a focus on teamwork and resident wellbeing. Perks include competitive benefits and scheduling flexibility.