Dietary Assistant (PRN)

Horizons Care Center; Eckert (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) with discretionary contribution

Paid Time Off + Personal Days

Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)

Get paid early (access up to 50% ofE%2

Job summary

Horizons Care Center in Eckert, CO is seeking a PRN Dietary Assistant to join our caring team on-site. You’ll support meal service, assist in food preparation, and help ensure residents receive nutritious, well-prepared meals on a flexible, on-call schedule.

We offer a welcoming campus, opportunities for growth within a compassionate organization, competitive hourly pay, PT hours, benefits like PTO and life insurance, and a culture that values teamwork and resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Previous institutional dietary service experience.
• Ability to read and understand procedures used for work assignments, instructions, recipe directions and diet order cards.
• Numerical ability for recipe preparation and proper measuring of cleaning agents and chemicals.
• Coordination and dexterity for preparing food and operating dietary equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Assists in defined food preparation, serving of meals and cleaning duties according to proper procedures, using various dietary equipment and supplies, as assigned by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services, Management Team and/or Cook.
• Understands and follows procedures related to all duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services, Management Team and/or Cook.

Skills

Reading procedures

Numerical ability

Coordination & dexterity

Dietary service experience

Job description

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Dietary Assistant (PRN)

• Posted on October 1, 2026

Locations

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Horizons Care Center
Eckert, CO 81418, USA

• On-site


• Part-Time


• Requisition #: DIETA008580

Description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join Horizons Care Center as a PRN Dietary Assistant!This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

Horizons Care Center is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years

Pay Range: $18.62 - $21.03 per hour based on experience.

Schedule: PRN is casual/on-call/as-needed. Days and shift times will vary.

What You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice


• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another


• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day


• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development


• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• 403(b) with discretionary contribution


• Paid Time Off + Personal Days


• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability


• Employee Assistance Program


• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)


• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)


• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Previous institutional dietary service experience is preferred.


• Ability to read and understand procedures used for work assignments, instructions, recipe directions and diet order cards.


• Numerical ability for recipe preparation and proper measuring of cleaning agents and chemicals.


• Coordination and dexterity for preparing food and operating dietary equipment safely.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

The Dietary Assistant role is to provide quality food service in accordance with all State and Federal regulations and to meet the nutritional and individual needs of the residents.

• Assists in defined food preparation, serving of meals and cleaning duties according to proper procedures, using various dietary equipment and supplies, as assigned by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services, Management Team and/or Cook.


• Understands and follows procedures related to all duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services, Management Team and/or Cook.

About Us

Horizons Care Center is an award-winning community offering long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite services delivered with a warm, family-first approach. Nestled at the base of Grand Mesa in beautiful Delta County, our location provides a peaceful, small-town setting surrounded by orchards, scenic byways, and easy access to outdoor recreation, local farms, and the charm of nearby communities.

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.

Qualifications

Experience

Preferred

Previous institutional dietary service experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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