Dietary Aide (3p-8p)

PACS Group; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate $12–$15 hourly

Growth opportunities

Employee events

Job summary

PACS is seeking a Part Time Dietary Aide for Iva Post Acute in the United States. You will assist with meal preparation and tray assembly, serve meals with a friendly smile, and help keep the kitchen and dining areas clean, contributing to a warm and home-like atmosphere for residents.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a food handlers’ certificate. Training is provided, with opportunities for growth and an engaging, supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Team player who enjoys helping others.
• Dependable, punctual and able to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout shift.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and tray assembly.
• Serve meals with a friendly smile.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean and organized.
• Wash dishes and sanitize equipment.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Work with a supportive team to provide resident care.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Dependable

Stand, walk, lift

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Iva Post Acute, we’re not just a skilled nursing and rehab facility — we’re a family. From the moment you walk through our welcoming lobby, you’ll feel the difference. Whether it’s residents laughing together, teammates supporting one another, or hearing piano music played by one of our talented CNAs , our building is full of warmth, compassion, and heart.

Dietary Aide – Join Our Amazing Team!

Love food, helping others, and working with a great team? We have the perfect opportunity for you!

We're looking for a Part Time Dietary Aide who is dependable, energetic, and enjoys making a difference in the lives of our residents every single day.

From preparing delicious meals to creating a warm dining experience, you'll play an important role in helping our residents feel at home.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with meal preparation and tray assembly
• Serve meals with a friendly smile
• Keep the kitchen and dining areas clean and organized
• Wash dishes and sanitize equipment
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Work alongside an awesome team to provide exceptional resident care

What We're Looking For:

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Team player who enjoys helping others
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
• Dietary or food service experience is a plus—but we're happy to train the right person!

We Offer:

• Pay: $12-15
• Opportunities for Growth & Advancement
• Employee Appreciation Events
• A fun, supportive team that feels like family!

Every meal you help serve brings comfort, nutrition, and a smile to someone who truly appreciates it.

If you're ready to make a difference while working with an incredible team, we'd love to meet you!

Dietary Aide General Purpose

The dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift. He/she reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor.

Essential Duties

• Must be able to learn food service routine within a short period.
• Set up meal trays.
• Must strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Assist with serving the different meals.
• Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of shift.
• Observe the water temperatures of dishwasher during dishwashing cycles.
• Operate dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen.
• Carry out trash and garbage.
• Put groceries away in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
• To leave the kitchen in a clean and sanitary manner and be of assistance when called upon by the cook or dietary supervisor.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.
• Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualification Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures.

Ability to read and follow recipes.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must obtain and maintain food handlers’ certificate.

Physical Demands

• Standing and /or walking very frequently.
• Sitting occasionally.
• Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
• Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
• Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling occasionally.
• Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information Note:

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

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.