Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group•Oxford, MS

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 supports HCSG’s commitment to positively impacting the communities it serves and enhancing customer and resident experiences. The Dietary Aide works with a supportive team to help provide nutritious meals. Applicants should be able to follow instructions, work as part of a team, communicate effectively, and maintain a positive attitude. A high school diploma or equivalent and previous food-service or kitchen experience are preferred, but not required. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required when mandated by state or county law, and residency within the service area is required. The position involves physical activity, including lifting or carrying up to 30 pounds, pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds, and standing, sitting, bending, walking, and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods. Employees must be able to work around food and cleaning products and comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.

Requirements

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 and perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification when required by state or county law.
Residency within the service area.

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.