PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE (FULL TIME)

Compass Group; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Patient Dining Associates to join their caregiving team in a healthcare facility. This role involves assisting patients with menu selections, ensuring timely meal delivery, and maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation. Candidates will collaborate with culinary teams to accommodate dietary needs and preferences while ensuring patient satisfaction. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care in a supportive environment. Full-time and part-time positions are available, providing a range of benefits to support your health and well-being.

Benefits

Retirement plans

Health and wellness programs

Discounts

Voluntary benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid/unpaid time off

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
• Basic computer and math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with menu selections and coordinate with nursing.
• Manage tray tickets and assemble meals accurately.
• Follow HACCP guidelines for food handling and cleanliness.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Job description

Job Summary

Patient Dining Associates work on assigned units in a healthcare facility, providing services such as helping patients make menu selections, assembling, delivering, and picking up meal trays. They are part of the caregiving team, responsible for patient safety and satisfaction by ensuring meals are accurate, timely, and at the correct temperature.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist patients with menu selections and coordinate with nursing to meet nutritional needs.
2. Work with the culinary team to accommodate food allergies, sensitivities, and cultural preferences.
3. Manage tray tickets, assemble meals accurately, and retrieve trays from patient rooms.
4. Comply with regulatory standards, confidentiality, and HIPAA policies.
5. Follow HACCP guidelines for food handling and cleanliness.
6. Assist dietitians with monitoring patients on special diets.
7. Communicate concerns to appropriate personnel promptly.
8. Complete required reports as per policies.
9. Follow health, sanitation, and infection control regulations.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 100 pounds and maneuver food carts.

Benefits:

Full-time and part-time positions offer benefits such as retirement plans, health and wellness programs, discounts, and voluntary benefits. Full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and other benefits.

Associates may be eligible for paid/unpaid time off according to law. For specific benefits in certain states or remote roles, please refer to the provided link.

Morrison Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We maintain a drug-free workplace.