Dietary Aide

Brookshire Nursing and Rehabilitation; Brookshire (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Cancer Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Brookshire Nursing and Rehabilitation in Brookshire, TX is seeking a Dietary Aide to support our dietary services in long-term care, nursing home, and rehabilitation settings. You will prepare and serve meals, maintain a clean kitchen, and assist residents with their nutritional needs under the dietary manager's supervision.

Applicants should have prior food service or healthcare dietary experience, complete orientation, pass health and drug screenings, and obtain a Food Handler's Certification

Qualifications

• Experience in a food service or healthcare dietary setting is a plus.
• Successful completion of a training and competency evaluation program required.
• Completion of orientation required by company policy.
• Health screening and TB test within two weeks of employment.
• Mandatory drug test within 90 days of hire.
• Criminal background check clearance required.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations relevant to the role.
• Evidence of identity and eligibility for employment within 3 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to planned menus and dietary guidelines
• Deliver meal trays to residents and assist with dining as needed
• Set up and break down dining areas and steam tables
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment; maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen
• Follow special diet orders and food preparation instructions accurately
• Store food and supplies properly to maintain freshness and safety
• Report any resident concerns or observations to the dietary manager or nursing staff
• Complete forms, logs, and records as required

Skills

Food service knowledge

Healthcare dietary awareness

Orientation and training completion

Health screening readiness

Criminal background check compliance

Identity and work eligibility proof

Regulatory compliance awareness

Food Handler's Certification

Job description

Brookshire Nursing and Rehabilitation - Dietary Aide

At Brookshire Nursing and Rehabilitation, we are committed to delivering outstanding care and fostering strong employee bonds. We are seeking a dedicated and dependable Dietary Aide to join our team!

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Dietary Aide to support our dietary services in our long-term care, nursing home, and rehabilitation center settings. As a Dietary Aide, you will be responsible for preparing and serving meals, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining environment, and supporting residents' nutritional needs under the direction of the dietary manager.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to planned menus and dietary guidelines

• Deliver meal trays to residents and assist with dining as needed

• Set up and break down dining areas and steam tables

• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment; maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen

• Follow special diet orders and food preparation instructions accurately

• Store food and supplies properly to maintain freshness and safety

• Report any resident concerns or observations to the dietary manager or nursing staff

• Complete forms, logs, and records as required

Requirements

• Experience in a food service or healthcare dietary setting is a plus!

• Successful completion of a training and competency evaluation program required

• Completion of orientation required by company policy

• Health screening and TB test (if required) within two weeks of employment

• Mandatory drug test within 90 days of hire

• Must be free of criminal activity proven by a criminal background check

• Become familiar with and comply to all local, state, and federal regulations relating to the job

• Show within three (3) days of hire satisfactory evidence of identity and eligibility for employment

• Food Handler's Certification (as required by state)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive, nationwide benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of our employees and their families, including:

• Major Medical Insurance with three plan options to choose from, all offering access to nationwide provider networks.

• Dental Insurance with two PPO plan options, including a plan with orthodontic coverage.

• Vision Insurance with nationwide provider access.

• A variety of voluntary/worksite benefits that allow employees to customize their coverage based on their individual needs, including:

  • Life Insurance

  • Accident Insurance

  • Critical Illness Insurance

  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance

  • Cancer Insurance

  • Short-Term Disability

Our benefits program provides employees with the flexibility to choose the coverage that best fits their lifestyle, budget, and personal needs.

Physical Setting

• Long-term care

• Nursing home

• Rehabilitation center

Weekly Schedule: Split Shift

• 5:30 AM - 2 PM & 11:45 - 7:45 PM

License/Certification

• Food Handler's Certification

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Sila Healthcare is 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, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.