Hospital Dietary Aide (Per Diem) – Serve & Support Patients

Universal Health Services; Eastmont (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

401(K) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Universal Health Services, a leading healthcare provider, seeks a per diem Dietary Aide at Forest View Hospital near Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on salad and cold food preparation for meals, serving patients and staff, and maintaining clean, sanitary kitchen and dining areas.

Under supervision, the Dietary Aide ensures accurate counts, adheres to safety procedures, and supports a respectful, care-focused environment. Per diem status offers flexibility within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Previous work experience in food service and/or a Hospital/Behavioral Health setting preferred.
• On the job training will be provided although some food preparation experience would be helpful.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions in order to operate food service equipment and follow direction.
• Must be able to complete assigned tasks in order to provide an efficient, safe, sanitary, attractive and orderly facility.

Responsibilities

• Serve food on patient tray line and in cafeteria to meet the dietary needs of patients and staff.
• Maintains sanitation standards and follows Department of Public Health regulations to ensure food quality.
• Prepares diets and food requisitions, obtains accurate patient, staff, and guest meal counts.
• Follows dietary and hospital safety procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Treats patients and staff courteously to better serve their dietary needs.
• Meets hospital attendance policy.

Skills

Following oral and written directions

Sanitation and safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Universal Health Services, a leading healthcare provider, seeks a per diem Dietary Aide at Forest View Hospital near Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on salad and cold food preparation for meals, serving patients and staff, and maintaining clean, sanitary kitchen and dining areas.

Under supervision, the Dietary Aide ensures accurate counts, adheres to safety procedures, and supports a respectful, care-focused environment. Per diem status offers flexibility within a hospital setting.