Part Time Dietary Aide

Elder Care of Bemidji Inc • Bemidji, MN

35d • $20 - $23

About The Position

The Dietary Aide assists with preparing and serving food and performs cleaning tasks to keep assigned kitchen and dining areas sanitary, orderly, and attractive. The role helps meet residents’ individual nutritional needs by following dietary orders and honoring their likes and dislikes, while supporting residents’ rights and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Work is scheduled mostly during the 4–8 p.m. shift and may include weekdays, holidays, and evenings. Every other weekend is required under the union contract. Schedules may vary from one pay period to another. Starting wage is $20–$23 per hour, depending on experience. This is a union position.

Requirements

• Able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures or ability to learn them.
• Good physical and mental health and ability to function within the prescribed limits of the position’s physical job demands.
• Able to work in a geriatric setting and be tactful, pleasant, and friendly toward residents, staff, and guests.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Help ensure residents’ individual nutritional needs are met, including following dietary orders and honoring likes and dislikes.
• Encourage and support residents’ rights.
• Assist with food preparation and service, including assembling and portioning foods as assigned.
• Set up and clear dining room tables as needed.
• Transport food and dish carts to and from the campus main kitchen as needed.
• Perform cleaning tasks, including washing dishes, kettles, and pans; sweeping and washing floors; and cleaning ranges, food preparation equipment, and preparation areas.
• Perform duties conscientiously and remain aware of safety hazards associated with the work.
• Attend and participate in in-service training programs.
• Wear a name tag and hair net at all times.
• Report problems with equipment, supplies, or cleaning chemicals to the Dietary Manager.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment, including picking up floor debris and wiping up spills.
• Report to work on time and be properly groomed according to the departmental or facility dress code.

Benefits

• Company-paid life insurance and supplemental life insurance policies.
• 401(k) benefits available immediately upon hire, with eligibility for up to a 5% employer match after one year of employment; employee must be at least 21 years old.
• Accrued paid time off.
• Rotating holiday schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed