Diet Aide

Trinity Health Senior Communities; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Mary Home in West Hartford, part-time, is seeking a Diet Aide to join our care team for the Evening Shift. You will assist with meal service, help ensure nutritious, appealing meals, and support residents, families and guests during dining.

As part of Trinity Health Senior Communities, you will follow food safety standards, collaborate with colleagues, and uphold our mission to provide compassionate, person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Education – High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience – Previous food and dining service experience preferred.
• Function Specific Experience – Basic customer service and food sanitation knowledge.
• Certification – Food Protection Manager Certification preferred.
• Equipment – General kitchen equipment.
• Specialized Skills – Ability to read and comprehend English; communicates effectively with colleagues and residents.
• Must be able to safely perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality food and a person-centered dining service experience to residents, families and guests.
• Participate actively in care and support dining operations during the shift.

Skills

High School Diploma

Food service experience

Customer service

Food sanitation knowledge

Food Protection Manager Certification

General kitchen equipment

English reading comprehension

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Part time
Shift: Evening Shift
Description:

What to expect as a Diet Aide at Saint Mary Home:

A Diet Aide at Saint Mary Home is an active participant in care and provides quality food and a person-centered dining service experience to residents, families, and guests.

Required knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Education – High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience – Previous food and dining service experience preferred
• Function Specific Experience – Basic customer service and food sanitation knowledge
• Certification – Food Protection Manager Certification preferred
• Equipment – General kitchen equipment
• Specialized Skills – Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Communicates effectively with colleagues and residents
• Must be able to safely perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.