Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group • Lenoir, NC

19d

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Dietary Aide to prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role contributes to providing nutritious meals and supporting positive resident and customer experiences. The Dietary Aide assists with food preparation, serves meals according to residents’ dietary needs and portion sizes, and maintains clean and sanitary kitchen and dining areas. The position also involves following food-safety procedures and interacting positively with residents, staff, and guests.

Applicants should be able to follow instructions, work as part of a team, and communicate effectively with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership. A high school diploma or equivalent and prior food-service experience are preferred, but prior experience is not required. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required where mandated by state or county law. Residency within the service area is required. The position requires compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies and the ability to handle the stated physical demands and work around food and cleaning products.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Previous experience in a food-service or 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.
• Compliance 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 is required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a food-service or kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads.
• Serve meals to residents according to their 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 and provide excellent customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free telemedicine.
• Free prescription discount program.
• Free employee assistance programs.
• Access to PNC EarnedIt to get paid when needed.
• 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