PRN Dietary Aide

Acadia Healthcare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Harboroaks in Austin, Texas, is hiring Dietary Aides to work 3-4 days per week. Responsibilities include food preparation, delivery, and ensuring cleanliness in kitchen areas. Suitable candidates will have a high school diploma and, preferably, food safety certification.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on mental health services. Join our dedicated team to provide essential dietary support to our patients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks related to clean up and sanitation of kitchen.
• Prepare foods according to standardized recipes and approved menu.
• Ensure compliance with state or federal regulations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Cross Creek Hospital in Austin, Texas, is a respected provider of mental health services for adolescents, adults, and seniors of all genders. Our hospital, which is located in the Walnut Creek area of north Austin, serves individuals who are struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health concerns. We also treat individuals who have a primary mental health diagnosis and a co‑occurring substance use disorder. Our inpatient options include age‑appropriate programs for adults, and seniors. At the outpatient level, we offer separate programs for adolescents and adults.

We are currently hiring Dietary Aides to work 3-4 days per week, weekends expected. Hours can be 6am-2:30pm and/or 11am-7:30pm.

Our Dietary Aides are responsible for routine food preparation and delivery services of cold or hot foods in the facility.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform routine tasks related to clean up and sanitation of kitchen, dining or serving areas.
• Properly prepare, serve and store food in accordance with facility policies.
• Ensure compliance with state or federal regulations.
• Prepare foods according to standardized recipes and approved menu.
• Utilize service methods and food handling techniques to ensure quality.
• Understand and apply the sanitation procedures needed to provide a safe and healthy environment.
• Adhere to menu compliance, special diet compliance and report any dietary non‑compliance, concern or complaint of patients to dietician, supervisor or manager.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state and facility.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.