Dietary Aide

Life Care Centers of America; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

6 paid holidays

Personal day

Paid sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA options

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

CEUs & license reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Port Orchard, WA, seeks a Dietary Aide to support patient meals and dining services in our skilled nursing facility. You will assist in food preparation and serving, maintain sanitary conditions, and help meet regulatory requirements and patient needs.

Join a collaborative team with opportunities for growth; prior healthcare or food service experience preferred, high school diploma recommended, with full-time benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior health-care experience preferred.
• Prior food services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and serving to patients.
• Maintain clean and sanitary dining areas.
• Support compliance with applicable laws and Life Care standards.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Vacation, 6 paid holidays, 1 personal day, and paid sick leave beginning on day one
• Medical, dental, vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life insurance; short-term and long-term disability
• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement
• (Subject to company policy and approval).
• Student Loan Repayment Program (subject to company policy and approval).
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time, PT

Wage Range: $17.50 - 19.50

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Vacation, 6 paid holidays, 1 personal day, and paid sick leave beginning on day one
• Medical, dental, vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life insurance; short-term and long-term disability
• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement
• (Subject to company policy and approval).
• Student Loan Repayment Program (subject to company policy and approval).
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America operates Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• Long-term care for residents needing ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary care, including nursing, therapy, and medical teams working together
• A diverse patient population, including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
• (Patient mix may vary slightly by facility.)

Come and grow with us! We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S. We are currently seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to add to our team of professionals. We believe that every job in our company plays a vital role in our continued growth and commitment to provide quality patient care. We believe in providing our associates with opportunities to help them reach their maximum potential through working with strong multidisciplinary teams. We invites you to come and join our growing team.

As an important member of our team, the Dietary Aide provides assistance in all food service functions to ensure patients’ dining needs are met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Your daily responsibilities will be providing assistance in food preparation and serving, while maintaining clean and sanitary conditions.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Prior health-care experience preferred
• Prior food services experience preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

An Equal Opportunity Employer