Dietary Assistant (Part Time AM)

LHC Group; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Dietary Assistant in a vibrant senior living community. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by assisting with meal preparation and serving residents. Enjoy a supportive environment where training is provided, and your contributions help create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With flexible part-time hours and a commitment to employee well-being, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a difference in the lives of others while enjoying a fulfilling work experience.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

403(b) with discretionary contribution

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• No experience required; training will be provided.
• Ability to read and understand procedures and diet order cards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and ensure dining room is ready for service.
• Daily interaction with residents while serving meals.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Read Procedures

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Come join our awesome team as a Dietary Assistant with The Preserves! Part Time positions available!

The Preserve is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Located on the corner of Plantation Road and 6 Mile Cypress Parkway in beautiful Fort Myers, we provide Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Care Services (Post-Acute Rehabilitation & Long-term care).

Hourly Pay: $15.60-$16.64 per hour based on experience
Schedule: 11am - 7:30pm. Total of 32 hours per pay period (bi-weekly)

Employer/Employee Benefits (some require fulltime to be eligible):

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Saving Account (FSA)
• 403(b) - with discretionary contribution
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees (some require fulltime to be eligible):

• Up to 18% Additional base Pay in lieu of waiving benefits (PRN not eligible)
• Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)
• Short term disability
• Loan program
• Ministry Program

The Dietary Assistant is responsible for assisting with meal preparation, interacting with residents, serving meals, and keeping the dietary area sanitary.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be willing to work in a Healthcare /Senior Living environment that is taking precautions for COVID-19.
• No experience is required, training will be provided.
• Ability to read and understand procedures used for work assignments, instructions, recipe directions and diet order cards.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

Essentials:

• Assists in food preparation and ensures dining room is ready for service
• Daily interaction and conversation with residents while serving them meals
• Cleaning duties
• Be a friendly face, in this time of need, for our residents.

Our Great Place to Work survey, employees said their work has a special meaning: this is not “just a job”.

Take pride in helping others and join us today!

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

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