DIETARY AIDE/ASST

Davita Inc.; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Dietary Aide to support patient nutritional needs at their facility in Bradenton, Florida. This role involves taking meal orders, delivering food, and maintaining a sanitary environment to ensure high-quality service. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in food service, along with strong communication skills and a positive attitude.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in hospital, restaurant, or food service preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Take patient meal orders and deliver them to the correct areas.
• Replenish food and nutrition items on the floor.
• Set up and sanitize patient trayline equipment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

JOB TITLE: Dietary Aide (630 AM to 630 PM) (Three days a week including every other weekend)

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Dietary Aide plays a vital role in ensuring our patients' nutritional requirements are taken care of and they are fed appropriately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take patient meal orders
• Deliver carts to the correct floor or patient area
• Collect trays and dispose of garbage and trash in designated containers
• Replenish floor stock with food and nutrition items
• Assemble required portions for patient meals, ensuring high-quality food served at appropriate temperatures
• Assist in the assembly of all flatware and kitchenware
• Practice proper rotation during restocking of floor stock
• Set up, breakdown, and sanitize all patient trayline equipment and serving areas, ensuring high-quality food at proper temperature; perform computer-related activities as required
• Have knowledge of patient diets to serve meals accurately

About Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH):

Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Florida, has served the citizens of Manatee, Sarasota, and surrounding counties for over 70 years. Part of the Manatee Healthcare System, the hospital has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval. It is a 295-bed hospital with over 800 physicians, residents, and allied health professionals, offering advanced healthcare services including cardiac care, emergency care, surgery, orthopedic services, radiology, rehabilitation, respiratory care, oncology, wound care, and women’s and children’s services. MMH also features a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

MMH offers comprehensive benefits such as:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries

About Universal Health Services:

UHS is one of the nation's largest providers of hospital and healthcare services, with revenues of $15.8 billion in 2024. Recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune and listed among Forbes' Largest Public Companies, UHS operates hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient and ambulatory care centers, and more across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the U.K. For more information, visit www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required

Minimum Age: 18

Skills/Aptitude:

• Prior experience in hospital, restaurant, or food service preferred
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English accurately
• Ability to safely handle chemicals
• Professional appearance and honesty
• Positive attitude and good communication skills
• Maintain professional relationships with coworkers and customers
• Adhere to dress code
• Availability to work weekdays, rotating weekends, and some holidays
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Physical Requirements: Close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, focus adjustment; ability to stand for long periods (up to 8 hours)

EEO Statement:

UHS is committed to equal employment opportunities and a respectful environment, supporting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.

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