Compassionate Hospital Dietary Aide

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Healthcare team at Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal service for patients, visitors, and staff. The position requires maintaining food safety, serving meals, and upholding cleanliness across the kitchen and dining areas.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to read, write, and speak English. Weekend and holiday shifts are part of the schedule, with the posted compensation reflecting entry-level rates in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required: High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, pours, or portions hot or cold items for service.
• Maintains proper food handling, safety and sanitation standards.
• Cleans work station and equipment as assigned.
• Washes pots, dishes, silverware, and other utensils.
• Disposes of garbage in appropriate containers.
• Mops and sweeps all floor areas.
• Exposed to temperature extremes (freezer to steam table).
• Adheres to the Medical Center's organizational competencies.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Healthcare team at Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal service for patients, visitors, and staff. The position requires maintaining food safety, serving meals, and upholding cleanliness across the kitchen and dining areas.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to read, write, and speak English. Weekend and holiday shifts are part of the schedule, with the posted compensation reflecting entry-level rates in New Jersey.