Dietary (Aide)

Freedom Behavioral; Bastrop (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Bastrop is seeking an experienced Dietary Aide to join our Dietary Team. The role involves stocking, preparing, serving, and documenting meals, while ensuring diets meet physician orders and dietary guidelines. You will assist with temperature control, labeling, and equipment cleanliness, and support patients with beverages and choices.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and CPR/BLS is preferred. ServSafe is also preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Basic knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding food preparation and serving.
• CPR/BLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in stocking, preparation, serving, presentation, and documentation of food per policies.
• Serve special diets as ordered by physician and approved by dietitian.
• Ensure patients receive meals per physician orders and menus.
• Keep food temps within regulatory guidelines during service and transport.
• Assist cooks to maintain recipes and nutritional content.
• Deliver snacks and nourishment as needed.
• Monitor temperatures of refrigerators and warming equipment.
• Label and date items; maintain cleanliness of equipment and serving area.
• Assist patients with beverages and choices; work with multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in evening, weekend, and holiday rotations; attend meetings and training.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Bastrop is Currently Seeking an Experienced and Motivated Dietary Aide to Join our Team!

We are excited to extend our services in this area to those in need! The Freedom Team is committed to providing high-quality nutritional care that supports the health and recovery of our patients and residents across 3 hospitals. Our Dietary Department plays a vital role in patient care by preparing safe, nutritious, and well-balanced meals in accordance with clinical guidelines and dietary needs. We are supported by an energetic and motivated leadership team that is implementing positive changes and strengthening our food service operations. We value teamwork, reliability, and a strong commitment to quality and safety in every meal we serve. If you take pride in cooking and want to be part of a growing team that directly impacts the health and well‑being of others, we invite you to apply. We look forward to adding dedicated members to our Dietary Team!

Position Summary

• Assist in stocking, preparation, serving, presentation, and documentation of the food according to established policies and procedures
• Serve special diets when applicable as ordered by the physician and approved by the dietitian
• Ensure patients receive the appropriate food according to physician order and menus established
• Ensure that any meals being delivered to and from FBH Bastrop are properly placed in the warming containers and food temperatures are within regulatory guidelines when served on-site and/or when departing
• Assist cooks in ensuring recipes maintain integrity with the nutritional content designated on the menu
• Deliver snacks or other appropriate nutritional needs for patients when applicable
• Assist in monitoring the temperature of the refrigerators, warming cart and other equipment used in the dining rooms
• Assist in labeling/dating of items delivered and stocked prior to prep.
• Assist with cleanliness of equipment and serving area according to procedures and regulatory standards
• Assist patients with beverages and food choices, when applicable
• Works cooperatively with other members of the multidisciplinary team and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Participates in rotation schedule of evenings, weekend, and holidays
• Attend all staff meetings and training as requested by supervisor
• Attend daily shift report when reporting to duty
• Receive and participate in the hospital’s quality improvement initiatives when applicable
• Serve on projects as delegated

Education

Preferred knowledge, skills, and/or experience required:

• High school or the equivalency is preferred.

License

• Current CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association. (Will provide service or renewal if needed)
• "ServSafe" certification is preferred upon hire. (Will provide service or renewal if needed)

Experience

• Basic knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding food preparation and serving of food.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

Freedom provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

All Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a post-offer drug test and federal background investigation.