Dietary Aide

Catholic Health; Sayville (NY); On-site; USD 29,618 - 37,195; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Defined benefit pension plan

Professional and educational growth support

Job summary

Catholic Health in Sayville, NY, is looking for dedicated staff at Good Samaritan Nursing & Rehabilitation. The role involves preparing meals, following strict sanitation policies, and responding to diverse resident needs to provide a quality service.

Requirements include a high school diploma and basic computer skills. The position offers a salary of $21.50 – $27.00 per hour, along with generous benefits including tuition assistance and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic skills in using computers.
• Ability to follow directions with basic literacy in English.

Responsibilities

• Respond to special needs of diverse groups.
• Prepare and serve appetizing meals following guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation policies.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Following written and verbal directions

Knowledge of sanitation policies

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Good Samaritan Nursing & Rehabilitation, located in Sayville, NY, is a 100-bed skilled nursing facility that has received five stars from The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for long‑stay quality measures.

Responsibilities

• Respond appropriately to the special needs of each group served – age, language, gender, culture, religion/spirituality, economic background, education or literacy, developmental or cognitive disabilities, and physical and developmental disabilities.
• Aid in the orientation of new employees.
• Set up and check resident trays accurately; properly set up tray line stations as assigned.
• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance; follow diet extensions / portion control.
• Follow sanitation policies for handling and storing food to minimize cross-contamination.
• Properly set up beverage carts and assist with special events as assigned.
• Work satisfactorily at the dishroom station; record dishwasher temperatures.
• Ensure that work/assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored before leaving during breaks and at the end of the work day.
• Clean and sanitize all equipment according to policy.
• Complete assignments within allotted time and adjust to changes and re‑assignments.
• Follow all established safety procedures and precautions when handling supplies and equipment.
• Follow established policies and procedures for using personal protective equipment.
• Have knowledge of MSDS.
• Familiar with the department and facility Performance Improvement Projects.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to follow written and verbal directions with basic literacy in English.

Salary Range

USD $21.50 – $27.00 per hour.

Benefits

In addition to the base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.