Dietary Aide

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Recognition Gifts

Job summary

A Life Plan Community located in Gainesville, Florida, is seeking a Dietary Aide for the Health Pavilion. In this rewarding role, you will provide an exceptional dining experience, serving food and beverages to residents while ensuring cleanliness and adherence to therapeutic diets. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for working with seniors. Full-time benefits include health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K matching plan.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• All applicants must complete a Level II Background Check and Drug Screening.

Responsibilities

• Greet residents and guests warmly and enthusiastically.
• Ensure tables are clean and tidy for residents.
• Present menus and serve food and beverages to residents.
• Assist with preparing menu items.
• Adhere to therapeutic diets for residents’ safety.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Empathy

Energetic attitude

Ability to work with a diverse senior population

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Title: Dietary Aide-Health Pavilion

Position Type: Full Time

What We Do

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is an active, yet relaxed, Life Plan Community in Gainesville, Florida. We offer a full continuum of health care, including independent living, assisted living, specialized memory support, skilled nursing and home care. Our community offers an unprecedented lifestyle of comfort and convenience with a rich array of services and amenities that are focused on optimal wellbeing.

What You Can Expect From Us

Full Time Employee Benefits include:

• University of Florida partnership with community discounts and access to opportunities through the Gator One UF ID Card
• OH I CAN! Scholarship and Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Pay Every Other Week
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401K Retirement and Investing Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off Accrual
• 6 Paid Holidays and 1 Additional Floating Holiday
• Annual Employee Recognition Gifts
• Milestone Service Awards
• Staff Uniform Credits

More Than a Job

Imagine a rewarding career helping others. Working at Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is rewarding and fun. No matter your title, your days are spent among a community of residents enjoying retirement to the fullest. When you leave after your workday, you will feel a sense of accomplishment and joy since you are part of the community and residents’ lives.

No matter the position you are searching for, there is ample opportunity to impact this community. We value our staff and would love the chance to make Oak Hammock more than a job but a worthwhile experience to remember.

Dietary Aide Position Summary

Dietary Aides are the face of our Health Pavilion dining areas, including Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living, and are highly qualified to provide the complete dining experience for our residents. Dietary Aides are needed to greet residents and guests warmly and enthusiastically. Dietary Aides are responsible for ensuring our tables are clean and tidy when residents arrive, presenting menus and serving food and beverages to residents, all while delivering exceptional service. Dietary Aides assist with preparing menu items, adhering to therapeutic diets to ensure the safety and optimal wellbeing of our residents.

Dietary Aide Job Qualifications and Requirements

• High Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to relate effectively to staff, residents, families, and community members
• Must be empathetic, energetic and have an affinity for working with a diverse senior population
• All applicants must complete and pass a Level II Background Check and Drug Screening