Dietary Aide

Onyx Care; Jena (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical, dental, vision

Free life insurance

Paid vacation/sick time

Personal days

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

401K

Meaningful work environment

Job summary

Onyx Care of Jena is seeking a Dietary Aide to support the nutritional well-being of residents and assist with meal preparation and service, contributing to high quality standards in a post-acute and rehabilitation setting.

We offer a competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package—medical, dental, vision, free life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, personal days, tuition reimbursement, a 401K, and an employee referral program—plus meaningful, rewarding work every day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, post-secondary education in food service or related field preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and stand for long periods of time
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient trays according to instructions and diet order
• Assists in preparation and portioning of meal items according to menu and diet requirements
• Covers, dates, and labels leftovers and open items properly
• Employs proper food handling techniques in preparation of food and setting up or serving trays
• Cleans, washes, and sanitizes dishes, silverware, and utensils using correct method
• Assists in maintaining the general cleanliness of the dishwashing area
• Cleans work area and equipment as assigned
• Puts up stock in food storage areas, including dry storage, freezers, and refrigerators, as assigned
• Delivers food, nourishments, and supplies to nursing units and other areas as assigned

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in food service (preferred)

Job description

Onyx Care -

Full job description

Onyx Care of Jena is seeking a Dietary Aide. The dietary aide attention to detail and commitment to quality will make a significant difference in the lives of our residents.

At Onyx Healthcare, YOU are our greatest asset! We offer these competitive benefits:

• Competitive wage

• Affordable: Medical, Dental, Vision

• Free Life Insurance

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time

• Personal Days

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Tuition Reimbursement

• 401K

• Meaningful and rewarding work environment

• Plus much more, Inquire with us today

Description:

The Dietary Aide position ensures the nutritional well-being of our patients. Assisting with the maintenance of our kitchen and dining areas, while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation. According to current Federal, State and facility standards, guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities for Dietary Aide:

• Prepares patient trays according to instructions and diet order.

• Assists in preparation and portioning of meal items according to menu and diet requirements.

• Covers, dates, and labels leftovers and open items properly.

• Employs proper food handling techniques in preparation of food and setting up or serving trays.

• Cleans, washes, and sanitizes dishes, silverware, and utensils using correct method.

• Assists in maintaining the general cleanliness of the dishwashing area.

• Cleans work area and equipment as assigned.

• Puts up stock in food storage areas, including dry storage, freezers, and refrigerators, as assigned.

• Delivers food, nourishments, and supplies to nursing units and other areas as assigned.

Qualifications for the Dietary Aide Position

• High school diploma or equivalent required, post-secondary education in food service or related field preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to lift 25 pounds and stand for long periods of time

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

Onyx Healthcare is committed to delivering personalized, professional, and expert-level care at our post-acute & rehabilitation centers throughout Northern Louisiana. We offer a wide range of services to provide our patients with the highest quality care possible.

Onyx Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.