Dietary Aide

Missions Inc. Programs; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 22,128 - 31,515; Full time

Job summary

Missions Inc. Programs is seeking a Dietary Aide for their nursing home in Plymouth, Minnesota. The successful candidate will prepare and serve meals while ensuring a clean and sanitary environment. A focus on excellent customer service is essential to positively affect residents' experiences.

This position requires standing for most of the day, with physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds. Starting pay is $19.47 per hour, and applicants must pass a drug test and background check.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a drug test and background check.
• Must be able to read the English language.
• Prior experience in food service is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing to serve meals and cleaning.
• Providing excellent service to residents.
• Maintaining a hygienic work environment.

Skills

Team player

Customer service

Detail oriented

Job description

Opened in 1964 as the only skilled‑care facility in Minnesota exclusively for men, Mission Nursing Home provides short‑term and long‑term care for up to 70 residents who may be experiencing a variety of physical and behavioral health issues. Services include skilled nursing care, physical, occupational and speech therapies, nutrition assistance, and social and recreational activities to help residents attain the optimum quality of life.

Position

Dietary Aide

Responsibilities

• Preparing to serve meals, dishing dessert, serving meals, bussing, doing dishes, cleaning
• Being a team player
• Desire to provide excellent service with a smile
• Desire to positively influence a Resident's Day by providing intuitive service
• Detail oriented and a desire to excel within the food service industry
• Must be able to follow instruction
• Must be able to maintain a clean and sanitary environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.
• Need to be able to read the English language.
• Prior experience a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements

Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Each day is spent standing 80% of the time, walking 20% of the time and sitting 0% of the time.

This position requires infrequent stooping, bending and squatting. On a frequent basis, may be required to reach at, above or below shoulder level.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting pay $19.47 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

Shift Requirements

• Every other weekend, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM both Saturday and Sunday
• Every other weekend, 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM both Saturday and Sunday