Compassionate Patient Meals Aide

Fundamental; Westernport (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Nursing Loan Repayment

Pet Insurance Discount

PerkSpot Local Deals

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Fundamental in Westernport, MD is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal prep and serving for patients and residents, contributing to enjoyable dining experiences each day.

You will work under the Dietary Manager, handle menu-driven service, ensure proper food handling, and assist with dishwashing when needed. Fluency in English and a high school diploma are required; a food handler permit is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D
• Food handler’s permit preferred according to local regulatory requirements
• Experience in food prep and service within a skilled nursing or long term care facility strongly preferred
• Must be able to speak, understand, and write in fluent English
• Reliable transportation required

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and/ or service of meals/ food for patients, employees, and special events as instructed by the Dietary Manager.
• Serve food and snacks according to the planned menu/spreadsheet and the patient’s/resident's food preferences and diet order.
• Assist the Cook by ensuring the food prepared/and or pre-portioned using proper food handling/ safety techniques and is of proper quantity, completed on time as scheduled, and is in accordance with the menu & residents’ diet order.
• May wash dishes, etc. when necessary or when instructed to do so by the Dietary Manager.

Skills

Fluent English

Food handling basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Fundamental in Westernport, MD is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal prep and serving for patients and residents, contributing to enjoyable dining experiences each day.

You will work under the Dietary Manager, handle menu-driven service, ensure proper food handling, and assist with dishwashing when needed. Fluency in English and a high school diploma are required; a food handler permit is preferred.