Dietary Aide - Walter Reed

Virginia Health Services; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Dietary Aide at Walter Reed. In this role, you will assist in meal preparation and service, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and customer service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

Holiday pay at DOUBLE time for 11 holidays

Paid time off and sick leave

Early wage access via Netspend

Group health insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Referral bonuses up to $1,500

In-house training and development

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand basic information.
• Physical ability to walk, bend, lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists in meal preparation and service under supervision.
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen and equipment.
• Provides excellent customer service to residents and staff.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Service

Physical Ability

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Join us at Virginia Health Services as a Dietary Aide - Walter Reed. We are committed to providing compassionate care and improving quality of life. We offer a supportive environment with excellent benefits, including:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Holiday pay at DOUBLE time for 11 holidays
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Early wage access via Netspend Earned Wage Access
• Group health insurance: medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Referral bonuses up to $1,500 per new hire
• In-house training and development at our EEE Center

The Dietary Aide assists the cook in meal preparation and service under the supervision of the Dining Services Manager. Responsibilities include:

• Proficiency with menu tray card system
• Preparing and distributing meals and snacks
• Dishwashing and cleaning in accordance with infection control standards
• Proper food storage and handling
• Operating kitchen appliances safely
• Maintaining cleanliness of kitchen and equipment
• Providing excellent customer service to residents, families, and staff
• Performing additional duties as assigned

Qualifications include:

• Food service experience (preferred but not required)
• Experience in long-term care or retirement communities (preferred)
• ServSafe certification (preferred)
• Ability to read, write, and understand basic information
• Physical ability to walk, bend, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform other physical tasks
• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials

Learn more about us at: http://www.vahs.com

Virginia Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.