Dietary Assistant PRN

Trinity Health; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Dietary Assistant in Dubuque, Iowa, to assist in providing high-quality food service for patients. This role requires tasks such as assembling and delivering meals, maintaining sanitation, and ensuring compliance with health regulations.

The ideal candidate should possess effective communication skills and a flexible attitude toward work. A high school graduate or equivalent is preferred. Join us for a rewarding career at MercyOne Health System!

Qualifications

• Ability to read, speak and follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform simple calculations.
• Manual dexterity and motor coordination for foodservice equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing high-quality food service to meet nutritional requirements.
• Help in assembling and delivering food trays/meals for patients/residents.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment for foodservice.

Skills

Positive communication

Flexibility

Effective communication skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Job description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Rotating Shift

Position Overview

We are looking to hire a Dietary Assistant!

As a Dietary Assistant at MercyOne, you will assist in providing high quality and appropriate food service to meet the nutritional requirements of all age groups from infants to the elderly, by performing the following tasks, including, but not limited to assisting in the assembling and delivery of food trays/meals for patients/residents, works in the dish room and performs a variety of cleaning related duties.

• Demonstrates ability to participate in positive communication, confidentiality, and professional behavior
• Demonstrates flexibility to complete tasks as assigned.
• Assists in preparing patient/resident trays/meals by having station set up and/or having menu items prepared according to guidelines and serving accurately.
• Maintains safe and sanitary environment for foodservice and cleaning of equipment. Uses appropriate chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing.
• Responsible for cleanup of station, prepares dishes and utensils for washing, and properly stores dishes and utensils after washing. Cleans dish machine and/or pots and pans area per procedure.

Schedule

• Rotating schedule; weekend and holiday rotation.

General Requirements

• Maintains a professional, collaborative work environment to foster a positive public image for MercyOne Medical Center.
• Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety, food safety, and medical information (i.e. HIPAA, etc.)
• Ability to read, speak and follow simple oral and written instructions
• Ability to perform simple calculations.
• Manual dexterity and motor coordination required to operate foodservice equipment, dish machine, pot/pan machine and serve foods on trayline and/or in Senior Care.
• Effective communication skills.
• Maintain a cordial and courteous attitude in contacts with co‑workers, MercyOne staff, patients/residents and guests.

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.