Patient Dining Associate: Impactful Healthcare

Compass Group USA; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Dental & Vision insurance

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare, part of Compass Group, invites applications for a Patient Dining Associate/Dietary Aide (Full Time) at OMC Kenner, LA. The role involves assisting patients with menu selections, assembling and delivering meals, and ensuring safety and quality standards in a healthcare environment.

The position requires good English communication, physical stamina for walking and lifting up to 100 pounds, and a willingness to work varied shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English.

Responsibilities

• Help patients understand menu selections and work with nursing to ensure orders meet nutritional requirements.
• Coordinate with caregivers and culinary team to determine menu alternatives for allergies and preferences.
• Assemble meals according to patient selections and retrieve trays on time.
• Follow HACCP guidelines during food handling and station cleaning.
• Support dietitians in monitoring patients on restricted or special diets.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Basic computer skills

Mobility & lifting

Job description

Morrison Healthcare, part of Compass Group, invites applications for a Patient Dining Associate/Dietary Aide (Full Time) at OMC Kenner, LA. The role involves assisting patients with menu selections, assembling and delivering meals, and ensuring safety and quality standards in a healthcare environment.

The position requires good English communication, physical stamina for walking and lifting up to 100 pounds, and a willingness to work varied shifts including weekends.