Dietary Aide

Acadia Healthcare Company; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking Dietary Aides for the new Hopewood Recovery Center, set to open in October 2025. In this role, you will be responsible for food preparation and delivery while ensuring compliance with health regulations. Join a committed team dedicated to helping women with Substance Use Disorder on their recovery journey.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks related to clean up and sanitation of kitchen, dining or serving areas.
• Properly prepare, serve and store food in accordance with facility policies.
• Ensure compliance with state or federal regulations.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Procedures

Food Handling Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Projected to open in October 2025,Hopewood Recovery Centerwill offer treatment for Substance Use Disorder to women needing treatment at the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) 3.5 Residential Treatment Level of Care. Located near South Boston, Virginia, on our tranquil 200-acre campus, Hopewood Recovery Center will provide trauma focused treatment in a serene setting, well suited for recovery. We are now searching for team members committed to helping others improve their lives.

Our Dietary Aides are responsible for routine food preparation and delivery services of cold or hot foods in the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform routine tasks related to clean up and sanitation of kitchen, dining or serving areas.
• Properly prepare, serve and store food in accordance with facility policies.
• Ensure compliance with state or federal regulations.
• Prepare foods according to standardized recipes and approved menu.
• Utilize service methods and food handling techniques to ensure quality.
• Understand and apply the sanitation procedures needed to provide a safe and healthy environment.
• Adhere to menu compliance, special diet compliance and report any dietary non-compliance, concern or complaint of patients to dietician, supervisor or manager.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state and facility.

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