Dietary Aide: Caring Team, Growth & Benefits

Apple Rehab West Haven; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships and career growth

4 Weeks Paid Time Off

7 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance Benefits

Short & Long Term Disability

Call-a-Doc / 24-7 MD telephone service

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

401K Retirement Program

Longevity Credit

Job summary

Apple Rehab West Haven is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to assist in meal preparation and dining area cleanup. You will help with receiving, rotating and storing supplies, and you will engage daily with residents within a warm, family-style team environment.

The role emphasizes infection control, sanitation, and accurate data handling, with a focus on delivering safe, quality care. We offer strong benefits for 30+ hour staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk, bend, lift, push, pull, turn, stoop and stretch.
• Ability to unload and stock groceries on shelves of various heights and to lift large items up to 50lbs.
• Ability to write and record data, to read and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to remain calm and work efficiently in cases of emergency.
• Ability to communicate with residents, staff, family members in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of meals and snacks and clean dining areas.
• Receive, rotate and store supplies and food.
• Interact daily with residents and provide courteous service.
• Maintain infection control, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Report safety or sanitation violations to supervisor.

Skills

Mobility & stamina

Lift up to 50 lbs

English literacy

Teamwork

Safety & sanitation

Job description

Apple Rehab West Haven is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to assist in meal preparation and dining area cleanup. You will help with receiving, rotating and storing supplies, and you will engage daily with residents within a warm, family-style team environment.

The role emphasizes infection control, sanitation, and accurate data handling, with a focus on delivering safe, quality care. We offer strong benefits for 30+ hour staff.