Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group, Inc. • Baton Rouge, LA

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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. Dietary Aides assist with food preparation, serve meals according to residents’ dietary needs and portion sizes, and maintain clean, sanitary kitchen and dining areas while providing positive customer service.

The position requires compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies and applicable state or county food-handler certification laws. Employees must live within the service area and be able to perform repetitive tasks and the physical activities described in the qualifications. HCSG describes its workplace as committed to diversity and inclusion and provides equal employment opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in food service or a kitchen environment is 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.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds; 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 is required.

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 other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free telemedicine
• Free prescription discount program
• Free employee assistance programs
• PNC EarnedIt, allowing employees to get paid when they need it
• Financial wellness support from PNC Workplace Banking
• Hands-on training and support
• Career development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed