Dietary Aide - Part-time

Avamere; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a caring team at a skilled nursing facility as a Dietary Aide. You will assist in meal preparation and service, ensuring high-quality dining experiences for residents. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to service. Enjoy a supportive work culture and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

EAP Canopy

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Professional Development

Voluntary Benefits

Qualifications

• Dietary aide or food handling experience preferred.
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Set up, deliver and serve food as directed.
• Assist Cook in preparing meals and checking diet trays.
• Maintain a clean, dry work environment.

Skills

Communication

Positive Attitude

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

"Our team is rich in culture and diversity, where we welcome you to share and express what makes you who you are! We invest in a just culture, where we support your ideas and input to create a better systematic work environment for each other and for the care of our residents. Success takes a village, and our team is like family - we have many staff members that have proudly worked at Richmond Beach Rehab for 20+ years. We encourage you to have fun and laugh while you work, because we aim for it to be a place you want to be, and a place where you belong." - Dianne, Administrator.

The Dietary Aide assists in the preparation and serving of meals to residents in a skilled nursing facility. Responsibilities include setting up dining areas, delivering meals, adhering to special dietary requirements, and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to providing high-quality service to residents.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Dietary aide or food handling experience preferred, but not required.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment.
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up, deliver and serve food as directed.
• Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.
• Assist Cook in preparing meals and checking diet trays before distribution.
• Prepare kitchen, food and supplies for the next meal.
• Return clean utensils to proper storage areas and maintain a clean, dry work environment free of hazardous conditions or equipment.
• Assist in daily cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, dishwashing, etc.

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401(k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays, and sick leave accrual.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs, and more.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

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Motivations

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Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Food Handler's Card

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