Diet Aide 20E

Care New England Health System; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England Health System is seeking a Food Service Aide to assist in the preparation and service of meals for patients and patrons. The role includes maintaining sanitation, stocking, and assisting with various dietary department tasks in a hospital setting.

The position requires ability to follow instructions, basic record-keeping, and proficient English, with dexterity and mobility as part of daily duties. Internal posting window noted in posting.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Proficiency in English language; good written and oral communication.
• Work may require dexterity and mobility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and serving of food to patients and patrons.
• Operate cash register per hospital policy.
• Assist with stocking and cleaning throughout the shift.
• Adhere to sanitation regulations when handling food and equipment and to hospital policies.
• Assist in other dietary department functions.

Skills

Follow instructions

English proficiency

Dexterity

Job description

Job Summary

Assists in preparation and service of food for patients or patrons. Performs cleaning and sanitation functions. Performs other tasks as necessary in support of the department.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assists in preparation and served food to patrons, using proper portion size and method of service.

Operates cash register in accordance with hospital and department policy and procedures.

Assists with stocking and cleaning throughout the shift.

Adheres to sanitary regulations when handling food and equipment and maintaining

Adheres to Hospital and department policies/procedures regarding attendance, uniform, personal hygiene and job duties.

Assists in other dietary department functions.

WIH Internal Posting Period: 10/21 – 10/30/2026

Requirements

Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to keep accurate records.

Proficiency in English language. Work may require fair amount of dexterity and mobility.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.