DIETARY AIDE

Regency Integrated Health Services; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with food preparation and serving at their Harlingen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The role involves following state guidelines to ensure proper food handling and cleanliness. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and a Texas Food Handler Certificate, with experience in a commercial kitchen preferred. This PRN position offers flexibility in scheduling while contributing to the well-being of residents.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have Texas Food Handler Certificate.
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food prep and cooking following universal precautions.
• Prepare and serve beverages and set up trays for meal service.
• Clean the kitchen work area and perform dishwashing.

Skills

Food preparation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Harlingen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Harlingen, TX
• Position Type: PRN
• Salary Range: Undisclosed

Primary Responsibilities

The Dietary Aide follows the direction of the Certified Dietary Manager and adheres to state guidelines to ensure proper food preparation, serving to residents, and cleanup of the dining hall and dishes after meals.

Essential Functions

• Assist with food prep and cooking following universal precautions and state/federal regulations
• Prepare and serve beverages
• Set up and pass trays for meal service
• Stock the snack cart
• Buss tables and trays
• Clean the kitchen work area
• Dishwashing
• Follow proper handwashing guidelines
• Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned by the CDM or Executive Director

Qualifications

Educational/Training Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Licensing Requirements: Must have Texas Food Handler Certificate

Experience Requirements: Experience working in a commercial kitchen is preferred

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Employees must be able to communicate effectively. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Action	Rarely	Occasionally	Frequently
Lifting 1-25 lbs	X
Lifting 25-50 lbs	X
Lifting 50+ lbs	X
Carrying 1-25 lbs	X
Carrying 25-50 lbs	X
Carrying 50+ lbs	X
Pushing/Pulling 1-25 lbs	X
Pushing/Pulling 25-50 lbs	X
Pushing/Pulling 50+ lbs	X
Sliding/Transferring 1-25 lbs	X
Sliding/Transferring 25-50 lbs	X
Sliding/Transferring 50+ lbs	X
Standing	X
Sitting	X
Walking	X
Speaking	X
Driving	X
Balancing/Climbing	X
Stooping/Kneeling	X
Crouching/Crawling	X
Reaching	X
Hearing/Listening	X
Seeing	X
Turning/Twisting/Leaning	X