Dietary Aide (On Call)

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is seeking 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 the communities it serves and enhancing customer and resident experiences. The starting pay rate is USD $18.42 per hour; actual wages may vary based on objective factors such as location, years of experience, staffing needs, and other business reasons. The Dietary Aide assists with food preparation, serves meals according to residents’ dietary needs and portion sizes, and keeps kitchen equipment, utensils, and dining areas clean and sanitary. The employee follows food safety and sanitation guidelines and provides positive customer service to residents, staff, and guests. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required where mandated by state or county law, and residency within the service area is required. The position requires physical activity, including lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds, and standing, sitting, bending, and walking for extended periods.

Requirements

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 and carry up to 30 pounds and push and 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 where required by state or county law.
Residency within the service area is required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in a food service or kitchen environment preferred, but not required.

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.