Dietary Aide

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Retirement ServicesGirard, OH
Onsite

About The Position

The Dietary Aide assists in serving meals to our residents and creating a great experience. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who share our passion of treating every resident with care, compassion and a sense of dignity. Shepherd of the Valley is a Christian not-for-profit corporation governed by the basic Christian values of compassion, respect, dignity, spirituality, integrity and quality. Working for Shepherd of the Valley is not just a job, it's a calling. Shepherd of the Valley provides 5-star treatment at our facilities. We are a healthcare community offering short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, independent living and home health services.

Requirements

  • High school education; or up to one month of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Applicants must be able to work day and evening shifts as well as be available to work weekends.
  • Must have a clean criminal background

Nice To Haves

  • 1-2 years of experience in a restaurant or healthcare facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assists cooks with preparation of meals following federal, state and local regulations.
  • Serves residents meals in a timely fashion.
  • Works well in a team environment.
  • Maintains kitchen standards and expectations.
  • Delivers and picks-up tray carts to dining area for meal service.
  • Performs dish-washing procedures, including pots and pans and all equipment, operates commercial dish machine.
  • Sets up for next meal.
  • Demonstrates and maintains a positive, professional manner, manages times efficiently and effectively, promotes a team approach.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Eye insurance
  • Prescription medication coverage
  • $10,000 life insurance benefit
  • Flexible Spending Plan for medical and child care expenses
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 7 paid holidays
  • Double time pay for working a holiday
  • Paid birthday and choice of floating holiday after third year of service
  • 403(b) tax deferred annuity
  • Professional Development Scholarship ($1,000 annually for further education)
  • Free STNA classes
  • Student Loan Forgiveness (up to $2500 paid out over 4 years)
  • 5% discount for undergraduate programs at Ohio University
  • 10% discount for graduate programs at Ohio University
  • Discounts at local businesses
  • Bonus for Employee of the Month
  • Recruitment bonuses for staff and residents
  • Ongoing longevity bonus after 2 years
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