PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE (FULL TIME)

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare food service company as a Patient Dining Associate in Spartanburg. You will assist patients with meal selections and ensure dietary compliance. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Retirement plans

Health and wellness programs

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Commuter benefits

Qualifications

• Prior patient dining or dietary aide experience preferred.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with menu selections and dietary compliance.
• Manage tray tickets and assemble meals accurately.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations.

Skills

English

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

• We are hiring immediately for full-time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE positions.
• Location: Spartanburg Regional Medical Center - 101 East Wood Street, Spartanburg, SC 29303. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full-time; days and hours may vary. Two days on, two days off. Split shift on Monday. Rotating weekends. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior patient dining or dietary aide experience preferred. Willing to train!
• Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour.

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. Join Morrison Healthcare's culture of opportunity. Our careers are purposeful and empower you to transform healthcare experiences. Discover the Power of Food!

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company dedicated to serving over 806 hospitals and healthcare systems. We create personalized dining experiences to support healing and healthful missions. With over 65 years of experience, we leverage culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform healthcare. Recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in 2020 and a Top 125 Training Organization by Training Magazine, Morrison employs over 21,000 professionals, including registered dietitians and chefs.

Job Summary

Patient Dining Associates work on assigned units, assisting patients with menu selections, assembling, delivering, and collecting 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:

• Help patients understand menu options and coordinate with nursing to ensure dietary compliance.
• Assist in determining menu alternatives for dietary restrictions, allergies, cultural, ethnic, or religious preferences.
• Manage tray tickets, assemble meals accurately and timely, and retrieve trays from patient rooms.
• Comply with regulatory standards, including federal, state, JCAHO, and HIPAA policies.
• Follow HACCP guidelines when handling food and cleaning work stations.
• Assist dietitians in monitoring patients on special diets or with specific calorie needs.
• Report problems or concerns with patients promptly.
• Complete required reports as per policies.
• Follow health, sanitation, and infection control regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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

Benefits

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

Eligible associates may receive paid or unpaid time off according to law. For specific benefits in certain states or remote roles, click here.

Morrison Healthcare is part of Compass Group and is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to fair treatment for all applicants and employees, regardless of protected characteristics.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations. This job description is not exhaustive; duties and requirements may change based on business needs. Applications are accepted continuously.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.