Dietary Aide

Carroll-Park-Healthcare-; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Overtime pay

DailyPay

Sign-on bonus for full-time nursing

Job summary

Peak Healthcare at Caton Manor in Baltimore, MD is seeking an energetic Staff Dietary Aide to support residents in a skilled nursing setting. You will handle food service tasks, assist with preparation, and ensure safe, sanitary dining operations.

The role offers flexible shifts, PTO, overtime pay, and a competitive salary, with emphasis on compassionate, quality care. Candidates should have a high school diploma, Safe-Serve certification, and good English communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Safe-Serve Certification required.
• Previous food service aide experience is helpful.
• Follow diet lists, portion food as specified, and serve appetizing meals.
• Ability to interact positively with residents, staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identified aspects of food preparation.
• Handle food and equipment per sanitation policies.
• Deliver food carts, trays, and snacks as instructed.
• Provide enhanced dining service in dining rooms.
• Assist with daily or scheduled cleaning duties per policy.

Skills

Food service

Sanitation practices

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Safe-Serve Certification

Job description

Position Title:Staff Dietary Aide

Summary:Peak Healthcare at Caton Manor is looking for someone energetic to fill a dietary aide role in a skilled nursing facility setting.Our ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and committed to maintaining high standards. Working with our company, you can expect flexible shifts, PTO, overtime pay, and a competitive salary. Peak Healthcare operates 10 nursing home facilities throughout the state, and we pride ourselves on a reputation for quality long-term care.

Duties may include, but not limited to:

Assisting in identified aspects of food preparation

Handling food and equipment responsibly according to sanitation policies and procedures

Delivering food carts, trays, etc. to designated areas as instructed by supervisor

Providing an enhanced dining service, serving meals in dining rooms and preparing and delivering snacks as directed

Assisting in daily or scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established policies and procedures

The dietary aide is responsible for cleanliness of work areas, sanitary handling of food, equipment, and utensils and for processing the requests of residents accurately.

Above all, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes rights

Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED Required

Safe-Serve Certification Required

Previous food service aide experience is helpful

Possess working knowledge of the methods and techniques of handling and serving food and sanitation practices relating to food handling

Ability to follow diet lists, portion food as specified and serve food in an appetizing manner

Possess the ability to positively interact with everyone from residents to government agencies and the general public

Effective verbal and written English communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

Push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet, stand on feet for more than 6 hours a day. (Not a complete list)

Preferred Skills:

Dietary experience in a long-term care setting preferred, but not required.

*Per the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, COVID-19 vaccines or approved religious/medical exemptions are mandatory and are a requirement to work in our community. Peak Healthcare does offer the COVID-19 vaccination to all employees at no cost.

Benefits:

401k, health, life, vision, and dental insurance, 20 total days PTO (paid time off) in the first year, flexible schedule, overtime pay,DailyPay, Premium Holiday pay, Disability Insurance, Wellness Plans, Sign-on bonus for full-time nursing employees, Employee referral bonus and stability in the strong leadership/management team who strives & achieves customer service excellence with dedicated staff qualifications.

Peak Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer that promotes a drug-free workplace.