Dietary Aide part time

Salinas-Valley-Post-Acute; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Post Acute is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join our culinary team. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals to residents while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment. This position offers a stable, repeating schedule with competitive hourly pay.

Wage: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour; Schedule: rotating 4 on, 2 off with AM/PM shifts. Responsibilities include following dietary menus, dining room setup, serving meals, cleaning, and proper food handling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in food service or healthcare is a plus.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Strong communication and a compassionate attitude toward the elderly.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Reliability to work a rotating 4 on, 2 off shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing food items following specific dietary menus.
• Set up dining rooms, tray lines, and resident meal carts.
• Serve meals to residents politely and efficiently.
• Clean kitchen equipment, wash dishes, and sanitize work areas.
• Deliver snacks and beverages to designated nursing stations.
• Dispose of dietary waste according to facility procedures.
• Store food and supplies properly to maintain freshness and safety.

Skills

Reading and writing

Communication skills

Compassionate attitude

Physical stamina

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dietary Aide part timeJob OverviewSalinas Valley Post Acute is seeking a dedicated part time Dietary Aide to join our culinary team. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals to our residents while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment. This position offers a stable, repeating schedule with competitive hourly pay.Compensation & ScheduleWage: $18.00 - $19.00 per hourSchedule: variable across the week and weekendShifts: Varied schedules including AM and PM shiftsKey ResponsibilitiesAssist in preparing food items following specific dietary menus.Set up dining rooms, tray lines, and resident meal carts.Serve meals to residents politely and efficiently.Clean kitchen equipment, wash dishes, and sanitize work areas.Deliver snacks and beverages to designated nursing stations.Dispose of dietary waste according to facility procedures.Store food and supplies properly to maintain freshness and safety.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.Previous experience in food service or healthcare facilities is a plus.Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.Strong communication skills and a compassionate attitude toward the elderly.Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 pounds.Reliability to work a rotating \"4 on, 2 off\" shift schedule.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.