Dietary Aide - Full Time - Day/Evenings

EmergencyMD; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join their team. This role involves assembling and delivering patient meals, ensuring quality and safety standards are met, and providing exceptional service to patients and staff. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food service, a commitment to cleanliness, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of the community while working in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. If you are looking to make a difference in healthcare, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Competitive Pay

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; experience in food service preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and deliver patient meals while ensuring quality and safety.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitization of dishes and work areas.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and staff.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Portion Control

Sanitization Practices

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dish Machine

Job description

Dietary Aide

Company Overview:

Cayuga Health is the region's leading healthcare system, and most trusted driver of integrated health services, together with valued partners. We empower our people and employ our capabilities to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. At Cayuga Health System, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits program, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development. Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Cayuga Health provides an outstanding place to work in a vibrant community. Come discover all that Ithaca, New York and Cayuga Health has to offer!

Position Overview:

The Dietary Aide assembles and delivers patient meals, conducts proper washing and sanitizing of dishes using a dish machine, collects and delivers nutrition supplies to hospital units. Aides may also work in retail food outlets, preparing and serving food to employees, guests, and visitors. Payment processing and cash handling are required in retail locations. All employees may assist with catering functions, as needed. Work collaboratively to provide exceptional food and service to all patients, visitors, guests, and employees, while meeting all regulatory requirements put forth by local, state, and federal agencies.

What you'll do:

1. Assemble patient meals using proper portion control and being aware of allergens
2. Use dish machine for properly washing and sanitizing dishes and utensils
3. Ensure patient/family satisfaction through excellent customer service and quality meal production
4. Manage nutritional supplies on units
5. Maintain a clean facility throughout service
6. Maintain departmental policies and procedures of clinical care in accordance with regulatory agencies
7. Effective communication and demonstration of team-based management
8. Be flexible in assuming other appropriate responsibilities, not noted above

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Education - High School Diploma or GED, or appropriate working papers for minors
2. Experience - Not required
3. Licensure - Not required

Preferred Qualifications:

1. 1+ years' experience in food service or a healthcare environment

Physical Requirements:

1. Standing for long periods of time, lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, pushing, pulling, and reaching. May be exposed to areas of extreme heat or cold. Primary work location may include loud noises, wet and slippery conditions, exposure to sharp objects. A licensed ability to drive may be necessary.

Travel Requirements:

1. 100% Onsite at Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls

Pay Range Disclosure:

1. $16.94 per hour plus benefits

At this time Cayuga Health System will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you require an accommodation, please contact Cayuga Health System at [e-mail].

Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

Cayuga Health System commits to treating all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.

Cayuga Health is dedicated to our vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we strive towards our vision, we welcome the opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of employees.