Patient Diet Aide — Caring Hospital Kitchen Support

The University of Kansas Health System; Overland Park, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Patient Dietary Aide at the Marillac Campus in Overland Park. Under the supervision of the Dietary Supervisor, you will prepare meals for patients, visitors and staff, while ensuring diet orders are followed and sanitation standards are met.

This full-time role requires a High School diploma or GED and 1+ year of related experience. You will work in a fast-paced hospital kitchen, promote teamwork, and uphold organizational policies to support

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• 1+ years of related field experience.
• Full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook to order foods with short prep times.
• Read food orders or follow verbal instructions.
• Maintain patient diet orders and coordinate with nursing.
• Contact dietician on call for diet order issues.
• Prepare foods using kitchen equipment; measure, mix, wash, cut.
• Follow safety and sanitation rules; clean stations.
• Promote teamwork and professional demeanor.
• Manage resources (time, supplies, equipment).

Skills

Teamwork

Communication with nursing

Food preparation

Sanitation

Time management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Patient Dietary Aide at the Marillac Campus in Overland Park. Under the supervision of the Dietary Supervisor, you will prepare meals for patients, visitors and staff, while ensuring diet orders are followed and sanitation standards are met.

This full-time role requires a High School diploma or GED and 1+ year of related experience. You will work in a fast-paced hospital kitchen, promote teamwork, and uphold organizational policies to support