Dietary Aide

Northlakebh; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated individuals for a rewarding career in dietary services. This role involves preparing and serving meals in a supportive environment that values your contributions. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills while working closely with a team to deliver quality care to patients. With a focus on personal growth and career advancement, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Join a team that prioritizes your well-being and professional development in a nurturing workplace.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Wellness Program

403(b) with up to 6% matching

Qualifications

• Ability to perform food preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Must work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals while ensuring cleanliness and sanitation.
• Assist with meal deliveries and maintain food safety standards.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Cleaning and Sanitation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Why have a job when you can build a career?

Enter a career in healthcare and see how you can grow with us. We offer on-the-job training and career advancement opportunities. Learn how you can grow into operations, nursing, clinical, or therapeutic fields—the choice is yours.

Northlake Behavioral Healthcare System takes pride in successfully serving our community. As a leader in addiction and mental health care, we are at the forefront of treatments and therapies that provide meaningful results: helping individuals lead the lives they are meant to and deserve.

Nestled in a wooded retreat on the north side of Lake Pontchartrain, we are just east of the causeway and 45 minutes from New Orleans. We provide long- and short-term behavioral health care to adults and adolescents, including acute detox and substance abuse care.

At Northlake Behavioral Health, we want you to shine. We strongly believe in developing your skills and rewarding your hard work. We believe where you work is essential. If you are creative, curious, inspired, and resourceful, you may have what it takes to help lead our team.

Position Summary

Coordinates the preparation and service of all meals, snacks, and supplies to clients & units served, for Northlake Behavioral Health System. Assists in general duties in the kitchen and dining areas, including cleaning, taking out trash, washing dishes, organizing storage, putting away grocery orders, and serving patients, employees, and visitors. Works closely with other dietary staff and reports to the Director of Dietary/RDN Supervisor. Assists in meal delivery daily.

Responsibilities

• Consistently meet deadlines and complete all food preparation at specified serving times.
• Maintain flexibility in work hours to meet patient and organizational needs.
• Maintain self-control in volatile or hostile customer service interactions.
• Work independently in a restricted physical environment for extended periods.
• Perform multiple tasks concurrently.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed per hospital requirements.

Work-related Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning tasks: removing garbage, sweeping, mopping, washing dishes, and other duties outlined on cleaning lists.
• Keep delivery bags clean and sanitized.
• Label and date all foods.
• Rotate foods using the FIFO method.
• Help fellow employees and patients voluntarily.
• Assist with meal services and deliveries.
• Follow proper infection control standards regarding food temperatures and preparation.
• Prepare foods according to diet orders and recipes.
• Use kitchen equipment effectively, including slicers, mixers, ovens, stoves, fryers, grills, steamers, and dish machines.
• Ensure foods are attractive and tasty.
• Serve meals on the serving lines.
• Record ice scoop logs, 3-compartment sink logs, and dish machine logs.
• Implement teamwork in daily routines.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.

Work Demands/Environment

Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, and move about in the work area. Must be able to finger, grasp, and feel objects. Perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers. Work is medium in nature, requiring occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and frequent exertion of 20 pounds, with up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, or pull objects.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• 403(b) with up to 6% matching