Dietary Aide HCC

Pruit Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Food Service Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will assist with food preparation and service, ensuring that patients and residents receive nutritious meals in a warm and friendly environment. Your responsibilities will include following dietary orders, preparing meals, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. This position offers on-the-job training and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others. If you have a passion for service and a commitment to care, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow and thrive in a supportive family-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training is provided.
• Preferred experience in food service or dietary settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and serving meals to patients/residents.
• Follow dietary orders and maintain cleanliness of equipment.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families.

Skills

Food Handling

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

PruittHealth is a COVID-19 vaccine-mandated employer.

JOB PURPOSE:

Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Dietary Manager or supervisor. Follows facility procedure for storing, serving and transporting food and supplies. Is also responsible for the cleaning, sanitizing and proper maintenance of equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Follows diet orders and NPO diet orders.
2. Assists cook in preparing meals, desserts and/or snacks for patients/residents; i.e. salads and desserts and other dishes.
3. Uses proper food handling processes, procedures and policies.
4. Delivers trays to patients/residents on halls.
5. Delivers and serves meals to patients/residents in dining area; food and beverages.
6. Prepares between-meal nourishments (make sandwiches, etc.) and serves in accordance with procedural guidelines.
7. Offers menu substitutions and records them in accordance with procedural guidelines.
8. Follows procedures for serving partner meals.
9. Communicates well with patients/residents/clients and family members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude to families, visitors, patients/residents/clients and responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor. Answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

None, on-the-job training is provided.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)

Previous food service and/or food preparation experience preferred, long term care dietary experience is preferred.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption required by date of hire.

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As a condition of employment at PruittHealth, all employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire unless a medical or religious exemption is approved.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.