Dietary Aide (PRN)

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a leading psychiatric residential treatment facility as a PRN Dietary Aide. This role is crucial in ensuring that meals meet therapeutic dietary needs and are served on time, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen. You'll work closely with a dedicated team focused on providing exceptional care to adolescents. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young individuals and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Take the next step in your career and contribute to a meaningful cause in mental health care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is mandatory for candidates.
• Ability to follow specific dietary menus and instruct kitchen helpers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure meals are ready on time and follow planned menus.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Ability to follow therapeutic diet menus

Food safety and sanitation

Cooking skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield has an opening for a PRN Dietary Aide! We are an accredited psychiatric residential treatment facility specifically designed for adolescents age 6-17. We focus on providing exceptional treatment and support to children, adolescents, and their families.

The Dietary Aide's Responsibilities Include Some Of The Following:

• Ensures meals are ready at a specified time.
• Follows types and quantities of meats, vegetables, and soups prepared by reviewing planned menus.
• Ability to follow therapeutic diet menus, recipes, and instruct cook helpers on the same.
• Tests food being cooked to ensure doneness. Adjust heat controls, as necessary. Able to re-calibrate thermometers as needed.
• Ensure kitchen and dining room area is clean and sanitized.

Qualified Candidates Should Have The Following:

• Must have a High School Diploma.
• Able to work the schedule as prescribed for the department.

Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading mental and behavioral health care providers in the country. We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment on service excellence is available across several states and different care settings. Our team ensures you receive the required care that you or your loved one needs.
EEO:
We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection processes within the company in regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Mental Health Care