Dietary Aide

Universal Health Services; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Three Trails Behavioral Hospital in Independence, MO seeks a dedicated Dietary Aide to support the Nutritional Services team and provide nutritious meals for patients receiving behavioral health care.

You will assist with meal delivery, maintain sanitation, and collaborate with dietary, nursing, and clinical staff to support patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food service, dietary, healthcare, or hospitality experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is a plus.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry items throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to established dietary guidelines and patient needs.
• Assist with meal tray assembly, food portioning, and meal delivery.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining, and food preparation areas.
• Work collaboratively with dietary, nursing, and clinical teams to support patient care.
• Follow all food safety, infection control, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Food service

Healthcare

Sanitation

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Three Trails Behavioral Hospital in the area of Independence, MO and we are seeking a compassionate and dependable Dietary Aide to support our Nutritional Services team. In this role, you will help provide nutritious meals and a positive dining experience for patients receiving behavioral health services. If you enjoy working in a healthcare setting and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply.

The name Three Trails was selected to honor the historical significance of the city of Independence as the starting point for the Santa Fe, Oregon and California Trails. The logo icon is a compass, which is symbolic of wayfinding, and metaphorically the personal journey to recovery.

The Groundbreaking for the new hospital was held in January 2025. Beam topping was held in July 2025. The facility is expected to open in the second half of 2026.

The Dietary Aide will:

• Prepare and serve meals according to established dietary guidelines and patient needs.
• Assist with meal tray assembly, food portioning, and meal delivery.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining, and food preparation areas.
• Work collaboratively with dietary, nursing, and clinical teams to support patient care.
• Follow all food safety, infection control, and sanitation standards.

Three Trails Behavioral Hospital will:

• Serve children and adolescents, adults and seniors with innovative and evidence-based inpatient behavioral healthcare focused on individual needs and comfort.
• Create more than 200 new, full-time jobs including nurses, clinicians, therapists, technicians and administrative staff, when the facility is fully operational.
• Be located at the intersection of I-70 and Little Blue Parkway, adjacent to the Children's Mercy Hospital Outpatient Clinics.
• Feature 120 licensed beds ready to meet the mental health needs of the surrounding community.
• Span more than 88,000 square feet, and will include an activity yard and gym.

Full-time Benefits Include:

• Competitive Compensation andGenerous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• Employee Assistance Program available for employees and family
• 401(K)with company match and discounted stock plan
• Basic Life Insurance and Optional supplemental life insurance
• Career developmentopportunities across UHS and out 300+ locations!
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• More Information is available on our benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500®corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additionalinformationvisit www.uhs.com.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food service, dietary, healthcare, or hospitality experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is a plus.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry items throughout the shift.