Dietary Aide

Santa Rosa Post Acute; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time hours with flexible schedule

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Opportunities for growth

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Santa Cruz Post Acute is seeking a reliable and compassionate Full-Time Dietary Aide for the PM shift (12 PM–8:30 PM) in Santa Cruz, CA. You will support nutrition services for residents and help maintain a clean, pleasant dining environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with meal prep and tray assembly, serving meals, following food safety procedures, and helping stock kitchen supplies while delivering courteous care.

Qualifications

• Previous dietary, food service, or healthcare experience preferred (not required)
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Passion for providing excellent service to residents

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and tray assembly according to dietary plans
• Serve meals and deliver trays to residents in a timely manner
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures
• Clean dishes, kitchen equipment, and dining areas
• Stock and organize kitchen supplies
• Provide courteous and respectful interaction with residents and staff

Skills

Food service experience

Attention to detail

Dependable

Team-oriented

Job description

Dietary Aide (Full-Time) PM SHIFT 12 PM -8:30-PM Santa Cruz Post Acute | Santa Cruz, CA Pay: $18-20 per hour Schedule: Flexible (Full-Time)

Position Summary

Santa Cruz Post Acute is seeking a reliable and compassionate Full-Time Dietary Aide to join our team. You will play a key role in supporting nutrition services for our residents while ensuring a clean and pleasant dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and tray assembly according to dietary plans
• Serve meals and deliver trays to residents in a timely manner
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures
• Clean dishes, kitchen equipment, and dining areas
• Stock and organize kitchen supplies
• Provide courteous and respectful interaction with residents and staff

Qualifications

• Previous dietary, food service, or healthcare experience preferred (not required)
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Passion for providing excellent service to residents

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay: $18-20
• Full-time hours with flexible scheduling
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Supportive and positive team environment

About Us

At Santa Cruz Post Acute, we are committed to delivering high-quality care in a compassionate, respectful environment. Our team members are valued and supported as they help improve the daily lives of our residents.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.