Dietary Aide

The Center at Park West; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Great benefits

Generous PTO

Job summary

The Center at Park West in Pueblo, CO is seeking an entry-level dietary aide/dishwasher to join our dietary team. Morning, evening and weekend availability is required; no prior experience needed as on-the-job training is provided.

This role supports patient meals, keeps dining and kitchen areas clean, and provides essential food service in a fast-paced healthcare setting. Compensation is hourly with benefits as part of our team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred 1 year dietary/food prep in a skilled care facility.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and follow directions.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• Able to bend, reach, stoop and lift at least 15 lb.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to dietary specifications.
• Pass food trays.
• Wash dishes.
• Clean kitchen and dining areas.
• Stock supplies.

Skills

Good communication skills

English language proficiency

Reading & writing

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Center at Park West - PUEBLO, CO, Salary Range: $15.16 - $16.00Hourly, The Center at Park West is looking for a dietary aide/dishwasher to join their dietary team! This position will require morning, evening and weekend availability.

This is an entry level position in the kitchen, and no experience is required. On the job training is available!

Why Join Our Team?

• We offer beautiful, new, state-of-the-art-facilities
• Physician driven care plans designed to maximize the quality of care
• We offer an environment that encourages team involvement and fosters new ideas
• Excellent pay
• Great Benefits offered almost immediately
• Generous PTO Packages

Job Description:

The primary responsibility of the Dietary Staff is to prepare and provide delicious, nutritional meals for our patients and to keep the dining and kitchen area in clean and pristine condition

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare meals for patients according to their dietary specifications
• Pass food trays
• Wash dishes
• Clean the kitchen and dining areas
• Stock supplies

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

Experience and Specific Requirements:

• Would prefer that applicant have at least 1 year dietary and/or food preparations experience in a skilled care facility (preferred, not required)
• Ability to work in a fast paced and sometimes stressful environment while maintaining a calm demeanor
• Must be able to read and take instructions and follow directions
• Must be able to work both as a team and independently
• Must have good communication skills and be able to read, write and speak the English language
• Must be able to bend, reach, stoop, lift minimum of 15
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test