Dietary Aide

Cottesmore of Life Care; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cottesmore of Life Care in Gig Harbor is seeking a Dietary Aide to join their team. This role is essential for ensuring patients' dining needs are met through food service functions. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably some healthcare and food service experience. Join a dedicated team committed to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High school graduation preferred.
• Prior healthcare experience preferred.
• Prior food services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and serving.
• Maintain clean and sanitary conditions.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude.

Skills

Customer Service

Reasoning Skills

Judgment

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Cottesmore of Life Care is located in Gig Harbor, oftenreferred to as the "Maritime City." Residents enjoy a quaint downtownarea with waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and scenic harbor views. Thecity's maritime heritage and community events create a welcoming and engagingenvironment.

Cottesmore Care Center was named one of U.S. News & World Report's 2025 BestNursing Homes.

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