Dietary Aide - Sun/Tues/Wed

South Peninsula Hospital; Homer (AK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Union

Job summary

South Peninsula Hospital in Alaska is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide/Host/Hostess to help prepare and deliver meals to patients, ensuring meals meet dietary needs and safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, willingness to obtain Alaska Food Worker’s Card within 30 days, and strong communication. The position offers union employment, day shifts, and good benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain Alaska Food Worker’s Card within 30 days of hire.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift heavy items and work on your feet for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepare patient trays by following diet sheets and menu plans.
• Ensure timely and appropriate delivery of meals to patients in Acute Care and Long Term Care units.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff regarding dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food prep and service areas.
• Demonstrate professionalism and compassion in all patient interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Alaska Food Worker’s Card within 30 days

Job description

• Base Pay $20.15 / Hour
• Job Category Support Services
• Employee Type Active - Part-Time

Description

Join our caring healthcare team and make a meaningful impact by helping ensure meals are delivered safely, accurately, and with compassion to our patients and residents.

JOB HIGHLIGHTS

• Support the health and comfort of hospital patients and long-term care residents by preparing and delivering meals tailored to each individual’s nutritional needs.
• Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.
• Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a 2K HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately prepare patient trays by following diet sheets and menu plans.
• Ensure timely and appropriate delivery of meals to patients in both Acute Care and Long Term Care units.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff regarding dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food prep and service areas.
• Demonstrate professionalism and compassion in all patient interactions.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior foodservice experience preferred, but not required.
• Must obtain a State of Alaska Food Worker’s Card within 30 days of hire.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding role, including lifting heavy objects.
• Strong personal hygiene and professional appearance.
• Ability to follow diet orders and procedures with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Physical Requirement: Must be able to lift heavy items, work on feet for extended periods, and handle frequent physical activity.

ENVIRONMENT

The South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22-bed Acute Care Critical Access Hospital and 28-bed Long Term Care facility located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula in South-Central Alaska. The Dietary Aide/Host/Hostess works in both kitchen and patient care areas, and may be exposed to food, steam, grease, cleaning chemicals, and varying temperatures.

Hazards include risk of cuts, falls, burns, back strain, and exposure to sharps and bodily fluids. This position includes rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and early or late hours.

Additional Information

• FTE 0.6
• Position type Union
• Shift Type Days
• Hours Sunday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm; Tuesday and Wednesday 12:00 PM-8:30 PM
• EEO Notice We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any prohibited characteristics.