Dietary Aide- $500.00 Sign-On Bonus

10140 ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Lancaster, LLC

Lancaster (OH)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 22,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Employee health benefits

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Job summary

ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal service and preparation for patients, visitors, and staff. The role emphasizes safety, diet knowledge, and adherence to Infection Prevention standards.

Essential duties include portioning meals, maintaining inventory, operating dish machines, and documenting patient diet information. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with healthcare food service experience and a food handler permit encouraged.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred.
1 year experience in healthcare food services preferred.
Food Handler’s permit preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and/or pre-portions food for regular and therapeutic diets, according to the planned menu and as directed.
Handles food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies and procedures.
Cleans and sanitizes all food preparation equipment and ensures that it is kept in safe and operable condition.
Completes general cleaning, maintenance, and sanitation of work area.
Assists with keeping Dietary department stocked with essential patient food items.
Operates dish machine according to established procedures.
Maintains records regarding patient diet information.
Utilizes concepts of age/developmental stages in interactions with patients and families.
May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff.
Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.
Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

Skills

Patient diet knowledge

Food safety

Basic math

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food handler certification (preferred)

Tools

Data entry software

Word processing

Records management

Job description

ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital is growing, and we’re looking for people who want their work to truly matter. Every day, our team delivers high‑quality, compassionate care that transforms the lives of individuals recovering from disabling injuries and illnesses. We’re proud to offer a $500 sign‑on bonus to welcome new team members who share our commitment to excellence. At ClearSky, we invest in our people because they’re the heart of everything we do. If you’re driven by purpose and inspired by the chance to make a real impact, ClearSky is where you can thrive. Join us and help shape brighter futures for the communities we serve.

The Dietary Aide assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff, and assists in various processes related to the preparation and delivery of meals. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.

Essential Functions:

Prepares and/or pre-portions food for regular and therapeutic diets, according to the planned menu and as directed.
Handles food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies and procedures.
Cleans and sanitizes all food preparation equipment and ensures that it is kept in safe and operable condition.
Completes general cleaning, maintenance, and sanitation of work area.
Assists with keeping Dietary department stocked with essential patient food items.
Operates dish machine according to established procedures.
Maintains records regarding patient diet information.
Utilizes concepts of age/developmental stages in interactions with patients and families.
May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff.
Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.
Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

Minimum Job Requirements Minimum Education & Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
1 year experience in healthcare food services preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation:

Food Handler’s permit preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling requirements and use of Nutritional Care Manual.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Demonstrates proficiency with general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Ability to maintain quality, Infection Prevention, and safety standards.
Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:

A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling often for prolonged periods.
Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.
Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to hear overhead page.

Authentic. Inspiring. Transformative.

ClearSky Health and our affiliated Hospitals provide high‑quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses.

We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

We value our employees’ skills, talents, and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are: