Dietary Aide Per Diem

San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Job summary

San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is looking for a Dietary Aide to join their team in Fresno, CA. The role involves preparing food items, assembling patient trays, and serving meals in the cafeteria. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and food handling certification as per state regulations.

Prior food service experience is preferred, especially in healthcare settings. The organization offers a supportive environment to promote professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (or two years of experience as a dietary aide).
• Food handling certification as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items and assemble prepared foods for patient trays.
• Assemble tray lines and deliver trays to patient rooms.
• Serve meals in the cafeteria as needed.
• Perform kitchen and dining room cleanup, including dishwashing.
• Handle cashiering duties in the cafeteria.
• Accept delivery of dietary supplies, inspecting products for freshness.
• Assist in rotating food stores and monitor expiration dates.

Skills

Food handling certification

Food service experience

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Dietary Aide to join our team at San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, a 62‑bed acute rehab facility in Fresno, CA.

Compensation

USD $23.00 – $23.00 per hour.

Location

Fresno, California.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items and assemble prepared foods for patient trays.
• Assemble tray lines and deliver trays to patient rooms.
• Serve meals in the cafeteria as needed.
• Perform kitchen and dining room cleanup, including dishwashing.
• Handle cashiering duties in the cafeteria.
• Accept delivery of dietary supplies, inspecting products for freshness and accuracy.
• Assist in rotating food stores and monitor food expiration dates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (or two years of experience as a dietary aide).
• Food handling certification as required by state regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six months prior food service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets.
• Professional image and independent decision‑making capability.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Computer literacy for job functions.
• Drug‑ and alcohol‑free workplace compliance.

Benefits

The organization values professional growth and provides a supportive environment for employees.