Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group•Atco, NJ

19d

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 $16.00 per hour. Offered salary rates are determined based on applicant qualifications, experience, education, and the specific needs and operational requirements of the facility served. Residency within the service area is required. The Dietary Aide assists with food preparation, serves meals according to residents’ dietary needs and portion sizes, and cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment, utensils, and dining areas. The position requires following food-safety and sanitation guidelines and interacting positively with residents, staff, and guests. A high school diploma or equivalent and previous food-service experience are preferred but not required. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required when mandated by state or county law. The employee must comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies and be able to perform the listed physical tasks and routine, repetitive work continuously. HCSG lists free telemedicine, a free prescription discount program, free employee assistance programs, access to earned pay through PNC EarnedIt, financial wellness support from PNC Workplace Banking, hands-on training and support, and career development. The listed benefits are not available in Arkansas. HCSG is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in a food-service or kitchen environment 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.
Compliance 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 required when required by state or county law.
Residency within the service area required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in a food-service or 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.