Dietary Aide Part-Time

Orchard Post Acute; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Part-time employment

Career growth

Meaningful work

Benefits & PTO

Job summary

Orchard Post Acute is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to assist with meal preparation and service according to approved menus and resident dietary needs, in a supportive kitchen environment.

You will assemble meal trays, follow special diets and textures, maintain sanitation, and work closely with dietary and nursing staff to provide timely, courteous service. Competitive pay ranges from $17.48 to $17.50 per hour, with training and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Previous food service or healthcare dietary experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn and follow meal preparation and sanitation procedures.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills.
• Dependable attendance and a positive attitude.
• Ability to perform essential job duties, with reasonable accommodations as needed.
• A caring approach to working with residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and service according to approved menus and resident dietary needs.
• Assemble meal trays with the correct foods, portions, beverages, and utensils.
• Follow instructions for special diets, food textures, and resident preferences.
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen, dining, and food storage areas.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Assist with receiving, labeling, and storing food and supplies.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention procedures.
• Communicate resident meal concerns to the Dietary Supervisor.
• Work cooperatively with dietary and nursing staff to provide timely, courteous service.

Skills

Food service experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer service

Job description

Dietary Aide – Part-Time Orchard Post Acute

Pay Range: $17.48–$17.50 per hour, based on experience

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and service according to approved menus and resident dietary needs.
• Assemble meal trays with the correct foods, portions, beverages, and utensils.
• Follow instructions for special diets, food textures, and resident preferences.
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen, dining, and food storage areas.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Assist with receiving, labeling, and storing food and supplies.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention procedures.
• Communicate resident meal concerns to the Dietary Supervisor.
• Work cooperatively with dietary and nursing staff to provide timely, courteous service.

Qualifications

• Previous food service or healthcare dietary experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn and follow meal preparation and sanitation procedures.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills.
• Dependable attendance and a positive attitude.
• Ability to perform essential job duties, with reasonable accommodations as needed.
• A caring approach to working with residents.

Why Join Orchard Post Acute?

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Part-time employment.
• Training and opportunities for professional growth.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in residents' daily lives.
• Benefits and paid time off based on eligibility and facility policy.

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, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making.

We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.