Dietary Aide

Tennessee State Veterans' Homes; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading skilled nursing facility for veterans in Cleveland, Tennessee, is hiring a Dietary Aide. The role involves assisting in food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining cleanliness in dining areas. The position offers competitive wages, benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to serving veterans.

Benefits

Competitive wages based on experience

State of TN retirement plan (TCRS)

Health, dental, and medical plans

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Free meals and drinks

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in long-term care or hospital setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation according to menus and recipes.
• Take resident orders and serve meals in a timely manner.
• Clean resident eating areas and work areas.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Dietary Aide role at Tennessee State Veterans' Homes

We are currently hiring a Dietary Aide at our new skilled nursing facility for veterans in Cleveland, Tennessee.

Pay Range: $13.40 to $19.28 - based on years of experience

We invite you to join our team of talented, caring professionals that take pride in serving the veterans of Tennessee. Our State Veterans’ Homes are consistently ranked among the top nursing homes in the nation because our dedicated team goes above and beyond to ensure every resident receives the highest quality of care possible. We are passionate about creating an outstanding workplace for our employees.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Assist in food preparation according to menus and recipes, including setting up dining areas and preparing items such as salads and beverages.
2. Take resident orders and serve meals in a timely manner.
3. Clean resident eating areas, work areas, equipment, and utensils following proper procedures.
4. Maintain cleanliness of floors, garbage disposal, and storage of food in designated areas.
5. Work cooperatively with residents, staff, physicians, and other service providers.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Shift and weekend differentials
• State of TN retirement plan (TCRS) – 100% employer paid pension contribution, vested after 5 years
• Health, dental, and medical plans
• Wellness programs, paid time off, disability benefits, bereavement leave
• Holiday pay, flexible spending accounts, deferred compensation plans
• Free meals and drinks

Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent preferred; previous experience in long-term care or hospital setting is a plus.

Visit us at TSVH.org and on Facebook at Tennessee State Veterans' Homes to learn more about our residents and team.

~TSVH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer~