Dietary Aide

Tennessee State Veterans' Homes Board; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of TN dental, vision, and health plans

Generous paid time off and holiday pay

100% employer paid pension contribution

401(k) and 457 plan options

Sick leave and extended disability benefits

Access to state wellness program

Job summary

A state healthcare organization in Knoxville, TN seeks Dietary Cooks and Aides to join their dedicated team. The positions require a commitment to quality care for veterans and offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans. Ideal candidates should have experience in dietary environments and enjoy working in a team-oriented setting. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the well-being of those who served our country.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a dietary environment at a large establishment.
• Health care experience preferred.
• Willingness to be trained on food service equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents.
• Follow dietary restrictions and menu plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in food preparation areas.

Skills

Punctuality

Reliability

Experience in dietary environment

Knowledge of food service equipment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

We invite you to join our team of talented, caring professionals that take pride in serving the veterans of Tennessee.

Our State Veterans’ Homes are consistently ranked among the top nursing homes in the nation because our dedicated team goes above and beyond to ensure every resident receives the highest quality of care possible. As an organization, we are passionate about creating an outstanding workplace for our employees.

Our competitive benefits package includes

• State of TN dental, vision, and health plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Child Account (DCA) options for child care and medical expenses
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• State of TN retirement plan (TCRS) – 100% employer paid pension contribution. Full-time employees are fully vested after 5 years of service.
• 401(k) and 457 plan options
• Sick leave and extended disability benefits
• Disability, cancer, accident, and life insurance
• Access to state wellness program
• State medical and prescription drug plan
• State Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free credit union membership
• Cellular discount with specific provider

Prior experience in a dietary environment at a large establishment; health care experience preferred. Previous knowledge and care of food service equipment is preferred not required will train right individual. We value punctuality and reliability and expect all employees to adhere to their scheduled work hours.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or equivalent preferred and previous experience in a long-term care or hospital setting is preferred.

Open Positions

Dietary Cook position Open

Dietary Aide position Open

Day Shift 5:30 am to 2:00 pm

Evening Shift - 11:30 am to 8:00 pm

BENEFITS

• Competitive wages based on years of experience
• State of Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System – 100% Employer funded. Full-time employees vested after 5 years of service.
• State of Tennessee medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance, cancer and accident, disability, and long-term care insurance
• ParTNers for Health Wellness Program
• Paid time off (vacation)
• Extended disability benefits (sick leave)
• Double pay for selected holidays worked
• Flexible spending accounts for childcare and medical expenses
• Deferred Compensation (401(k) and 457)

NOTICE: This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Employment and Professional References Required.

TSVH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The Tennessee State Veterans’ Homes (TSVH) does not engage in unlawful employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in its employment, nor in any of its activities or operations. All operations are conducted equitably and inclusively, free from unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation. TSVH is committed in policy, principle, and practice to maintaining an employment environment which prohibits all discriminatory and provides equal opportunity for all persons we encounter.