Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Biloxi, MS

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About The Position

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide preparing and serving 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. Dietary Aides assist with food preparation, serve meals according to residents’ dietary needs and portion sizes, and maintain clean and sanitary kitchen and dining areas while providing positive customer service. The position requires the ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously; work around food and cleaning products; and meet the stated physical demands. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required when mandated by state or county law, and candidates must reside within the service area. A high school diploma or equivalent and prior food-service or kitchen experience are preferred, but prior experience is not required.

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

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.