Dietary Aide

NHC Careers; Rossville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aid to join their team. This role is essential for ensuring that patient meals are prepared and served with care and attention. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe dietary environment, assisting in food preparation, and delivering meals to patients. If you have a passion for foodservice and enjoy working in a dynamic healthcare setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team where your contributions make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Interest in foodservice and working with healthcare patients.
• Ability to handle food safely and understand dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and sanitary dietary environment.
• Assist in food preparation and serving according to dietary needs.
• Communicate effectively with staff and patients.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Cooking Skills

Knowledge of Sanitation Procedures

Ability to Follow Instructions

Physical Stamina

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Job description

NHC HealthCare is seeking a Full-Time Dietary Aid to join our team

General Purpose:

Performs various duties related to the production and service of patient meals.

Responsible to:

Director of Dietary / Dietary Manager / Assistant Dietary Manager / Cook

Qualifications:

• Interest in foodservice and enjoyment working with geriatric and healthcare patients.
• Willingness to learn food preparation and basic cooking skills.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about therapeutic and modified diets for patients.
• Understanding of sanitation procedures and commitment to daily practice.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks daily.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Proficiency in English speaking and understanding; reading skills may be required.
• Ability to read labels, chemical labels, and MSDS sheets, and to handle products safely.
• Good mental and physical condition.
• Ability to work cooperatively and productively with team members across departments.
• Reliability in fulfilling responsibilities, punctuality, and adherence to scheduled shifts.
• Possession or willingness to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate or Sanitation Course, as required by state regulations.
• Ability to work under supervision.

Physical Demands:

• Standing or walking most of the day; ability to bend, stoop, squat, and twist regularly.
• Ability to lift 50-60 pounds, sweep, mop, push/pull carts, and climb ladders.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Good vision and hearing to respond to visual and auditory cues.
• Ability to handle food service equipment safely.
• Ability to taste and smell foods for quality assessment.
• Tolerance for temperature changes and noisy, moist environments.
• Alertness and safety awareness to prevent injuries.
• No medical conditions that could endanger self or others during work or patient contact.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes but is not limited to:

• Being a self-starter and making independent decisions when necessary.
• Understanding and complying with all relevant regulations (local, state, federal).
• Maintaining a safe, secure, and sanitary dietary environment and reporting issues.
• Conserving supplies, preventing waste, and reporting needs.
• Receiving, storing, and handling food and supplies properly.
• Scraping, washing, and sanitizing dishes and utensils; removing broken items.
• Transporting and storing dishes and supplies, ensuring availability for meal service.
• Cleaning and sanitizing dish machines, dish room, and work areas.
• Assisting in food preparation and serving, including therapeutic diets, according to menus and portion control.
• Communicating effectively with staff, patients, and families.
• Setting up trays, checking diets and preferences, and delivering trays and carts.
• Cleaning dining areas and attending training sessions.
• Supervising the Dietary Department in the absence of managers, reporting to the cook.
• Adhering to dress code and performing additional tasks as needed.

NHC Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.