Dietary Aide (Part Time, Tues & Sun)

Healthcare Services Group•Kingsburg, CA

About The Position

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a part-time Dietary Aide, working Tuesdays and Sundays in a long-term care facility. You will prepare and serve meals for residents, helping provide nutritious food and a positive resident experience. The starting pay rate is $18.00 per hour; actual pay may vary based on objective factors such as location, years of experience, staffing needs, and other business reasons. The position involves food preparation, meal service, and cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment and dining areas. You must follow food safety and sanitation guidelines, work effectively with a team, and interact positively with residents, staff, guests, and building occupants. The role 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. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required where mandated by state or county law, and residency within the service area is required. HCSG offers eligible employees free telemedicine, a free prescription discount program, employee assistance programs, access to earned pay through PNC EarnedIt, financial wellness support through PNC Workplace Banking, hands-on training and support, and career development. HCSG is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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

Nice To Haves

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

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.