Dietary Aide

Life Care Centers of America; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in food preparation and patient dining services in a healthcare setting. This role emphasizes sanitation, safety, and strong patient service within a collaborative team.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferably prior health-care or food service experience. Equal opportunity employer with a focus on quality patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Education/experience relevant to food service and healthcare environments.
• Ability to follow regulations and maintain sanitation standards.
• Customer service mindset and positive attitude toward patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and serving to meet patients' dining needs.
• Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in all food service areas.
• Support the department's goals and policies, and work within multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrate professional relationships with associates and vendors.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Prior health-care experience

Prior food services experience

Job description

Come and grow with us! We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S. We are currently seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to add to our team of professionals. We believe that every job in our company plays a vital role in our continued growth and commitment to provide quality patient care. We believe in providing our associates with opportunities to help them reach their maximum potential through working with strong multidisciplinary teams. We invites you to come and join our growing team.

As an important member of our team, the Dietary Aide provides assistance in all food service functions to ensure patients’ dining needs are met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Your daily responsibilities will be providing assistance in food preparation and serving, while maintaining clean and sanitary conditions.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Prior health-care experience preferred
• Prior food services experience preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

An Equal Opportunity Employer