Dietary Aide

Maefairhealthcare; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join their team in Plymouth, MA. Responsibilities include following therapeutic diet cards, ensuring food quality and sanitation, and assisting with meal preparations. No prior experience is necessary as on-the-job training is provided. This position offers weekly pay at a rate of $18/hour and the opportunity for career advancement within the organization. Ideal candidates will possess good communication skills and a positive attitude toward residents.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must maintain sanitation, order, and safety in dietary service areas.
• Must have patience and a cheerful disposition while interacting with residents.

Responsibilities

• Follow therapeutic diet cards as ordered by the physician.
• Ensure proper serving temperature and timely delivery of food.
• Adhere to sanitation and storage policies.

Skills

Reading and writing in English

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to deal tactfully with residents

Patience and enthusiasm

Job description

We are hiring a part-time Dietary Aide to join our dynamic care team at Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center!

No experience is necessary. On-the-job training provided. Weekly pay at $18/hour. 3 days a week on 4p-8p schedule.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As a Dining Services Assistant, your duties and responsibilities include:

• Follow therapeutic diet cards as ordered by the physician.
• Ensure proper serving temperature of the food and beverages.
• Assure delivery on a timely basis.
• Maintains visual appeal of the food and emphasis on the use of garnishes.
• Adhere to daily nourishment list and stock nourishment stations.
• Assist the cook in monitoring of meal serving times.
• Adhere to sanitation and storage policy and procedure.
• Other duties assigned by the dining director.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be able to follow oral and written communication.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of the dining service areas; must perform regular inspections of dietary services areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing dietary practices.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).