Dietary Aide - FT (The Oaks)

Trinity Health; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Vendor discounts

Health insurance (Day 1)

Daily pay

Fast interview process

Job summary

The Oaks Assisted Living in Muskegon, Michigan, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dietary Aide to join our team. The Dietary Aide will assist in the preparation and serving of meals to residents, ensuring that all dietary needs and preferences are met with a high standard of care.

This role is integral to promoting the health and well-being of our residents through proper nutrition. As a Dietary Aide, you will work in a team to prepare meals, serve residents, and maintain sanitary dining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in food service, preferably in a healthcare or assisted living environment, is an asset.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, sanitation, and dietary guidelines.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Compassionate, patient, and attentive to the needs of the elderly.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of meals according to the dietary plans and resident preferences.
• Serve meals to residents in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Ensure proper portion control and adherence to special dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Assist with stocking and inventory of food supplies.
• Communicate any dietary concerns or changes in residents’ conditions to the dietary manager.
• Follow all safety and food handling regulations.
• Participate in in-service training and staff meetings as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Dietary guidelines

Physical stamina

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

The Oaks Assisted Living in Muskegon, Michigan, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dietary Aide to join our team. The Dietary Aide will assist in the preparation and serving of meals to residents, ensuring that all dietary needs and preferences are met with a high standard of care. This role is integral to promoting the health and well-being of our residents through proper nutrition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of meals according to the dietary plans and resident preferences.

• Serve meals to residents in a courteous and efficient manner.

• Ensure proper portion control and adherence to special dietary requirements.

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and dining areas.

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.

• Assist with stocking and inventory of food supplies.

• Communicate any dietary concerns or changes in residents’ conditions to the dietary manager.

• Follow all safety and food handling regulations.

• Participate in in-service training and staff meetings as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous experience in food service, preferably in a healthcare or assisted living environment, is an asset.

• Knowledge of basic food preparation, sanitation, and dietary guidelines.

• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with residents and staff.

• Compassionate, patient, and attentive to the needs of the elderly.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

What Perks and Benefits Can You Look Forward to?

• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually!

• Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE!

• Day 1 Benefits - Low cost medical, dental and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network.

• Daily-pay options

• Fast response interview times and job offers!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran