Dietary Aide (Full Time)

Healthcare Services Group • Tacoma, WA

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About The Position

Healthcare Services Group is hiring a Dietary Aide to prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role supports nutritious meal service and a positive resident experience by assisting with food preparation, serving meals according to dietary needs and portion sizes, and maintaining clean, sanitary kitchen and dining areas. The Dietary Aide follows food safety guidelines, works collaboratively with the team, and interacts positively with residents, staff, guests, building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership. The position requires current ServSafe or Food Handler certification when required by State or County law, compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies, and residence within the service area. Offered pay is $18.00–$19.00 per hour; rates are determined based on qualifications, experience, education, facility needs, and operational considerations.

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.
• Ability to 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, 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.
• Complete all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free telemedicine.
• Free prescription discount program.
• Free employee assistance programs.
• Earned wage access through PNC EarnedIt.
• 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