Dietary Aide

Life Care Centers of America; Waynesville (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our food service team, supporting patient dining needs in a hospital or care facility setting. The role involves assisting in food preparation and serving while upholding cleanliness and safety standards.

We value a high school diploma or equivalent and prefer candidates with healthcare or food service experience. This full-time position offers day and evening shifts within a compassionate care environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior health-care experience preferred.
• Prior food services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in food preparation and serving to patients.
• Maintain clean and sanitary food service areas.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Follow the programs, goals and procedures of the department.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior health-care experience

Prior food services experience

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Shift: Days/Evenings

Come and grow with us! We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S. We are currently seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to add to our team of professionals. We believe that every job in our company plays a vital role in our continued growth and commitment to provide quality patient care. We believe in providing our associates with opportunities to help them reach their maximum potential through working with strong multidisciplinary teams. We invites you to come and 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 be providing assistance in food preparation and serving, while maintaining clean and sanitary conditions.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Prior health-care experience preferred
• Prior food services experience preferred

Specific Job Requirements

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