Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group, Inc. • Danville, VA

5h

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Dietary Aide to prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role supports HCSG’s commitment to positively impacting communities and enhancing customer and resident experiences. The Dietary Aide contributes to providing nutritious meals as part of a supportive team.

The position includes food preparation, serving meals according to residents’ dietary needs and portion sizes, and cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and dining areas. The employee follows food safety and sanitation guidelines and interacts positively with residents, staff, and guests. Additional duties may be assigned.

The starting pay rate is $13.00 per hour. Offered hourly rates may vary based on applicant qualifications, experience, education, and the needs and requirements of the facility serviced. Residency within the service area is required.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is 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 effectively communicate 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; stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods; and perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
• Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required when mandated 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 all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free telemedicine
• Free prescription discount program
• Free employee assistance programs
• PNC EarnedIt access to get paid when needed
• 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