Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group • Vicksburg, MS

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About The Position

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide preparing and serving meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role contributes to providing nutritious meals and positive resident and customer experiences as part of a supportive team. The Dietary Aide assists with food preparation, serves meals according to dietary needs and portion sizes, and maintains clean and sanitary kitchen and dining areas while following food safety guidelines.

The position requires the ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously; work around food and cleaning products; and meet the stated physical demands. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required when applicable under State or County law, and residency within the service area is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in food service or a kitchen environment is preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Maintain a positive attitude and communicate effectively with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
• Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
• Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification, as required by State or County law.
• Residency within the service area is required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in food service or a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads.
• Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and dining areas.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests, providing excellent customer service.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free telemedicine.
• Free prescription discount program.
• Free employee assistance programs.
• Access to PNC EarnedIt to get paid when needed.
• Financial wellness support from PNC Workplace Banking.
• Hands-on training and support.
• Career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED