Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Charles Town, WV

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 starting pay rate is USD $14.50 per hour. The position involves assisting with food preparation, serving meals according to residents’ dietary needs and portion sizes, and maintaining clean and sanitary kitchen and dining areas. The Dietary Aide interacts with residents, staff, and guests and performs other assigned duties. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required where required by state or county law, and candidates must reside within the service area.

Requirements

Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and push and 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.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in a food service or kitchen environment preferred, but not required.

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.