Dietary Aide | 24 hrs/week

Fairmount Homes, Inc; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO plan

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee discounts at Fairmount Café

Job summary

Fairmount Homes, Inc. in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, seeks a Dietary Aide (Dining Server) for 24 hours per week. You will assist with meal service in Skilled Nursing and Personal Care areas and learn basic cooking skills under the Wheat Ridge kitchen team.

Hours include 6 a.m.–2 p.m. or 11 a.m.–7 p.m., with every other weekend and holiday rotation. Starting pay ranges from $18.30 to $19.80 per hour, with additional evening and weekend increases.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of safe and sanitary food and equipment handling practices
• Personal hygiene and dress must meet required standards
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions
• A customer-oriented, conscientious attitude
• Commitment to supporting Fairmount’s mission and values

Responsibilities

• Ensure residents receive meals that meet their dietary orders
• Deliver hot and cold foods and beverages to designated areas for each meal
• Check, record, and report refrigerator/freezer temperatures in service kitchens
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards in all work areas
• Partner with nursing staff to serve meals in Healthcare and Personal Care
• Assist cooks with cold food preparation and portioning
• Stock service kitchens with food, supplements, and supplies between meals
• Help with dishwashing and cleanup after meals
• Assist with receiving and inventory as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the team

Skills

Customer service

Reading & writing

Teamwork

Hygiene & safety

Job description

Dietary Aide | 24 hrs/week

Fairmount Homes, Inc Ephrata, Pennsylvania, United States

About this position

Dietary Aide Position | Part-Time | 24 Hours/Week

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can brighten someone’s day with a smile, a meal, and excellent service? Fairmount Homes in Ephrata is seeking a Dining Server to join our Dining Services team! As a Dining Server, you’ll enjoy a supportive team environment while helping to care for residents in our Skilled Nursing and Personal Care areas.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow in the food service field—our Dining Servers gain experience in meal service and also have the chance to learn basic cooking skills from our Wheat Ridge kitchen team.

Position: Dining Server (24 hours/week)
Hours: 6 a.m.–2 p.m. and 11 a.m.–7 p.m., including every other weekend and holiday rotation
Starting Pay: $18.30–$19.80 per hour (+$1.00 evenings, +$1.25 weekends)

Why Join Fairmount as a Dietary Aide?

Competitive pay and shift differentials

Employee discounts at the Fairmount Café

Paid Time Off (PTO) plan

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

A caring, Christ-centered community where teamwork and compassion are valued

Qualifications of a Dining Server:

Basic knowledge of safe and sanitary food and equipment handling practices

Personal hygiene and dress must meet required standards

Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions

A customer-oriented, conscientious attitude

Commitment to supporting Fairmount’s mission and values

Essential Responsibilities of a Dietary Aide:

Ensure residents receive meals that meet their dietary orders

Deliver hot and cold foods and beverages to designated areas for each meal

Check, record, and report refrigerator/freezer temperatures in service kitchens

Maintain food safety and sanitation standards in all work areas

Partner with nursing staff to serve meals in Healthcare and Personal Care

Assist cooks with cold food preparation and portioning

Stock service kitchens with food, supplements, and supplies between meals

Help with dishwashing and cleanup after meals

Assist with receiving and inventory as needed

Perform additional duties as assigned to support the team

Begin your career in a place where you can make a difference every day. Join Fairmount Homes as a Dining Server and be part of a team that serves with compassion, dignity, and integrity.

Salary Information

$18.3 - $19.8Hourly Wage