Dietary Aide & Porter — Caring Dining in Healthcare

FutureCare; Maryland; On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

FutureCare in Maryland is seeking a Dietary Aide/Porter to support the Food & Hospitality Department within a nursing facility. Under the Clinical Food Service Director, you will assist in food preparation, serve and deliver meals, and maintain dining areas to ensure high standards of cleanliness and safety.

The role emphasizes food safety, proper sanitation, and the ability to stand for extended periods. A high school diploma or GED is required; prior healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required.
• Must be courteous and friendly at all times.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of hot and/or cold foods.
• Serve and deliver food to residents as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas as assigned.
• Properly store food utilizing knowledge of temperature requirements and spoilage.
• Transport/deliver food/beverage items to assigned residents.
• Assist Lead Porter or other staff in lifting or transporting large utilities within the kitchen area.
• Load/operate dishwasher machine.
• Ensure proper temperature, chemical supplies, and clean water levels are maintained for proper sanitation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Courteous and friendly

Able to work in fast-paced environment

Stand for 8 hours or longer

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

FutureCare in Maryland is seeking a Dietary Aide/Porter to support the Food & Hospitality Department within a nursing facility. Under the Clinical Food Service Director, you will assist in food preparation, serve and deliver meals, and maintain dining areas to ensure high standards of cleanliness and safety.

The role emphasizes food safety, proper sanitation, and the ability to stand for extended periods. A high school diploma or GED is required; prior healthcare experience is preferred.