Dietary Aide - PT/PRN - Avamere Cascade Park

Avamere Living; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join their vibrant team. This role involves setting up and serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents. The company values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about providing excellent service and creating a positive dining experience, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401 (k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Voluntary Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in dietary aide or food handling preferred.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, deliver, and serve food as directed.
• Maintain a clean work environment and assist in daily cleaning duties.
• Ensure meals are accurate and appetizing.

Skills

Food handling experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dietary Aide - PT/PRN - Avamere Cascade Park

Location: Avamere Rehab of Cascade Park - 801 SE Park Crest Ave, Vancouver WA 98683

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): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• 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.

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.
• 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.
• Preparing drink carts, setting up snacks for meals etc.
• Wash dishes and trays after meals.
• Assist Cook during mealtime by ensuring trays have accurate meals, utensils, and beverages on them.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Dietary aide or food handling experience preferred but not required.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment.
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently.

SEIU: This position is covered by the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement with Service Employees International Union (SEIU), either Local 503 or Local 775.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Food Handlers Card

Equal Opportunity Employer
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