Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group•Lewiston, ME

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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 supports HCSG’s commitment to positively impacting the communities it serves and enhancing customer and resident experiences. 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 role follows food safety and sanitation guidelines and interacts positively with residents, staff, and guests. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, as is prior food-service or kitchen experience, though experience is not required. The position requires the ability to follow instructions, work as part of a team, communicate effectively, and complete routine, repetitive tasks. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required when mandated by state or county law, and residency within the service area is required. Physical demands include lifting or carrying up to 30 pounds, pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds, and standing, sitting, bending, and walking for extended periods. The employee must be able to work around food and cleaning products and comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies. The offered pay rate is $16.00–$18.00 per hour. Rates are determined based on applicant qualifications, experience, education, and the specific needs and requirements of the facility served. HCSG describes itself as an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in food service or a 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.
Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
Lift or carry up to 30 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds; stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
Perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Work around food and cleaning products.
Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification, when required by state or county law.
Residency within the service area required.

Nice To Haves

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

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 other duties as assigned.