Dietary Aide

Athena Health Care Systems; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Overtime pay

Career advancement opportunities

Exclusive employer discount program

Job summary

South Shore Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in Rockland is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to support its care team. Athena Health Care Systems oversees the facility; the role offers a 3p-7p shift with $16/hour and weekly pay.

No experience is required, and on-the-job training is provided. Duties include following diet cards, serving temperatures, timely meal delivery, sanitation, and assisting the cook with service times.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to follow oral and written communication.
• Maintain sanitation and safety in dining areas.
• Willing to handle residents with patience and tact.
• Desire to learn and adapt dietary practices.

Responsibilities

• Follow therapeutic diet cards as ordered by the physician.
• Ensure proper serving temperatures of food and beverages.
• Assure timely delivery of meals.
• Maintain the visual appeal of food and use garnishes effectively.
• Assist the cook with meal serving times and station upkeep.
• Adhere to sanitation and storage policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Patience and tact

Job description

We are hiring part-time Dietary Aides to join our dynamic care team at South Shore Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in Rockland! $16 an hour with weekly pay. Shift is 3p-7p (great for after school!). No experience is necessary. On-the-job training provided.

As a Dietary Aide, 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).