Dietary Aide (Full time and Part time openings)

North Central Health Care•Wausau, WI

1d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Dietary Aide Opportunity: The Dietary Aide supports the Food Services department by preparing and serving meals that meet residents’ dietary needs, ensuring proper sanitation and safety, and maintaining clean and organized work areas. This role exists to provide resident-centered dining service and contributes to the overall health and well-being of residents by following prescribed menus, therapeutic diets, and food safety regulations. Compensation and Benefits: Starting pay $15.18 to $16.53 per hour, based on experience, plus $1.00 shift differential for any hours worked between 2:00pm and 6:00am. We have part-time and full-time roles open. Part time hours are 4:00pm – 7:30pm on weekdays or 10:00am – 6:00pm on weekends and holidays. Full time roles are 7:00am – 3:30pm. You may be scheduled weekdays, weeknights, every other weekend and holidays. For full-time employees we offer PTO, paid holidays, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, on-site bistro and cafeteria, employee assistance program, newly updated facility, and more. As a full-time employee of NCHC, you would be eligible for the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The WRS is a hybrid defined benefit plan. It contains elements of both a 401(k) or defined contribution plan and a defined benefit plan. Participating staff contribute 7.2% and NCHC will match this at 100% each pay period!

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old
Ability to read and comprehend basic written instructions, menus, and safety guidelines
Requires frequent lifting of up to 30lbs unassisted.
Respectful and helpful demeanor in all interactions with patients and staff
Reliable attendance.
Willingness to adapt to changing surroundings

Nice To Haves

More than 6 months of food service or customer service experience

Responsibilities

Assemble and serve prepared food for general and therapeutic diets, following meal tickets, menus, and portion requirements.
Distribute meals to residents, patients, clients, bistro customers and cafeteria customers in a respectful and courteous manner, recording meal intakes when required.
Restock food and beverages in units and kitchenettes, ensuring all items are dated and rotated properly.
Disassemble trays and prepare dishes, utensils, and equipment for washing; operate and monitor the dish machine, ensuring proper sanitation and temperature ranges are met.
Wash pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment; complete special cleaning duties according to daily assignments.
Take and record food, refrigerator, and freezer temperatures before and after meal service and report concerns promptly.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of food prep, service, and dining areas; dispose of trash and mop floors as needed.
Interact with cooks, CNAs, and hospitality aides to ensure smooth communication about menus, serving needs, and resident satisfaction.
Adhere to safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures while performing duties.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance; follow scheduled work hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follows established professional, ethical, and privacy standards, along with all related policies and procedures.