DIETARY AIDE/ASST

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare services is looking for a dedicated Cook/Dietary Aide to join their team. This role is crucial in providing nutritious meals to patients and staff in a supportive environment. You'll be responsible for food preparation, serving, and maintaining a clean kitchen, ensuring that all safety and health standards are met. With a focus on quality and care, this position offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of others. Join a company that values growth and offers competitive compensation along with excellent benefits. If you have a passion for food service and want to contribute to a rewarding mission, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Challenging work environment

Growth and Development Opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

401k plan with company match

Qualifications

• Prior food service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of proper food handling and preparation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to menu and portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and utensils.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food supplies.

Skills

Food Preparation

Food Safety Procedures

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

Saint Simons By-The-Sea is a 101 bed psychiatric and addictive disease hospital for adults and adolescents. We strive to provide quality mental health treatment and addiction treatment services in the area. Located on Saint Simons Island, GA, Saint Simons By-The-Sea’s serene island setting ensures privacy and anonymity, enabling the patient to concentrate on recovery. Our hospital is conveniently located within driving distance of Jacksonville, FL, Savannah, GA, and other surrounding cities in the South Georgia and Northern Florida region. The hospital’s comfortable, supportive environment helps put patients at ease.

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries.

Saint Simons By-The-Sea Hospital is seeking an experienced Cook/Dietary Aide, who is responsible for the preparation, presentation, delivery, and serving of nutritious and healthy food to the patients and staff of our facility.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of proper food preparation including receiving, storing, handling, and following recipes.
2. Prepare and serve food in quantities according to menu, number of people to be served, and portion control.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and assure maintenance of modified diets as instructed.
4. Use accepted techniques in handling, preparation, and serving food to clients and employees.
5. Receive, inspect, and properly store all supplies entering Food Service Department.
6. Monitor all kitchen equipment and appliances for malfunctions and proper temperatures. Report same to management.
7. Demonstrate proper use and storage of equipment and maintain a clean environment, including utensils, floors, equipment, etc.
8. Maintain a safe working environment by following all safety procedures, including the use of Standard Precautions, proper storage and use of chemicals, and properly securing the Food Service area. Also, demonstrate knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets.
9. Complete all requested forms pertaining to Food Service area.
10. Clean, maintain, and sanitize all pots, pans, trash containers, cooking utensils, floor, shelves, coolers, freezers, store rooms, back dock, dining room, service area, and equipment to exceed any and all Health Department and weekly inspections.
11. Serve each meal to clients with a caring and professional attitude and display service excellence.

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match

Qualifications

Requirements:

Education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma/GED preferred.

Must have prior food service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.