Dietary Aide - Flexible Hours, Training & Growth

Preferred Care Health Centers; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Training

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Preferred Care At Mercer seeks a Dietary Aide to support our kitchen team in meal preparation and service. You will assist the Cook, plate meals, and ensure timely delivery of trays in line with health standards.

Candidates should be reliable, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and work well with residents and staff in a fast-paced healthcare setting. English literacy and teamwork are required for daily tasks and records.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, speak and understand English and follow directions.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Neat, clean, well-groomed appearance and professional demeanor.
• Experience in facilities using quantity food production methods.
• Knowledge of nutrition basics and food safety/sanitation.
• Ability to read food tray cards and maintain records.
• Written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Cook in the preparation and service of meals.
• Places prepared food on plates/trays in accordance with tray tickets and policies.
• Prepares and delivers food and trays, washes dishes and cleans and sanitizes kitchen.
• Must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player.

Skills

English proficiency

Team player

Time management

Physical stamina

Food safety

Job description

Preferred Care At Mercer seeks a Dietary Aide to support our kitchen team in meal preparation and service. You will assist the Cook, plate meals, and ensure timely delivery of trays in line with health standards.

Candidates should be reliable, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and work well with residents and staff in a fast-paced healthcare setting. English literacy and teamwork are required for daily tasks and records.