Dietary Aide

Allina Health; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health system is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal preparation and ensure food safety across various service areas. This part-time role is ideal for those who enjoy working in a team-oriented healthcare environment and making a positive impact on patient care. Responsibilities include food preparation, delivery, and maintaining a clean work area. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 16 years old.

Benefits

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age.
• Experience in food service preferred.
• Ability to follow sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing and delivering meals to patients and cafeteria.
• Cleans and sanitizes cooking and dining equipment.
• Follows cycle menus and proper food handling techniques.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Sanitization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Assist with the preparation and delivery of meals to all service areas including patients, cafeteria, catering and others. Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety. Washes all dishes, trays, cookware, carts and utensils. May also operate a cash register.

Principle Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation and set-up of assigned food for patients and employees.
• Follows cycle menus, modified menus and standardized recipes when preparing food.
• Assembles patient food trays according to dietary needs.
• Delivers and retrieves patient food trays.
• Prepares items for meal service in cafeteria.
• During meal service, correctly restocks product and maintains area.
• May set up catered meals and snacks as scheduled.
• May operate cash register.
• Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety.
• Checks temperatures regularly prior to serving food.
• Labels, dates, covers and stores food properly.
• Utilizes sanitizing techniques for food, self and equipment.
• Disposes of garbage and waste properly.
• Washes all dishes, trays, cookware, carts and utensils.
• Assists in putting away grocery orders.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with one year of food service experience
• 0 to 2 years of experience in food service and/or sanitation standards required with high school diploma or GED
  
  
  

Physical Demands

• Medium Work:
• Lifting weightUp to 50 lbs. occasionally, Up to 25 lbs. frequently
• Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in the industry and relevant work experience
• 0.6 FTE (48 hours every two-week period)
• Variable shift length, day/evening shifts: 1p - 8p during the week and every other weekend 1230p -8p
• Every other weekend rotation
• SEIU-represented, benefit-eligible position
  
  
  

Pay Range

Pay Range: $19.21 to $24.23 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits Include

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
• Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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