Dietary Aide

Life Care Center of Puyallup; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Life Care Center of Puyallup is seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to assist in food service functions, ensuring patients' dining needs are met while maintaining standards of cleanliness and service. Join a compassionate team in a supportive environment that prioritizes patient-centered care, contributing to the vital role of food service in patient recovery.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Prior healthcare experience preferred.
• Prior food services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and serving, ensuring cleanliness and sanitary conditions.
• Implement department policies and maintain professional relationships.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and positive attitude towards patients.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Reasoning Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Life Care Center of Puyallup is located in a city known for its agricultural roots and community spirit. Residents benefit from the annual Washington State Fair, numerous parks, and a revitalized downtown area with shopping and dining options. Puyallup's friendly and welcoming atmosphere makes it an excellent place to live and work, offering a balance of suburban comfort and easy access to urban amenities in nearby Tacoma and Seattle. With scenic trails, local farmers' markets, and a strong sense of community, Puyallup provides a high quality of life for residents and employees alike.

Our team is built up of caring and compassionate caregivers that truly care for the team and for the residents. We are a 4 and 5-Star quality-rated facility that offers inpatient and outpatient rehab services, short-term and long-term care along with skilled nursing, all in one. Come join us!

This is a PT Day / Evening shift and may include working weekends.

Patient-Centered Care is a top priority at Life Care of Puyallup.

Come and grow with us! We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, a privately owned industry leader in healthcare with more than 47 years of experience and over 200 locations across the U.S. We are currently seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to join our team of professionals. We believe every job in our company plays a vital role in our continued growth and our commitment to providing quality patient care. We offer opportunities for our associates to reach their maximum potential through working with strong multidisciplinary teams. We invite you to 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 include assisting in food preparation and serving, while maintaining clean and sanitary conditions.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Prior healthcare experience preferred
• Prior food services experience preferred

Specific Job Requirements

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