Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group, Inc. • Grand Haven, MI

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About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide to assist with preparing and serving meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role contributes to providing nutritious meals and positive resident and customer experiences as part of a supportive team. The starting pay rate is USD $18.50 per hour. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and prior food-service or kitchen experience is preferred but not required. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required where mandated by State or County law, and residence within the service area is required.

The position involves routine, repetitive tasks performed continuously and working around food and cleaning products. It requires the ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds, push or pull up to 50 pounds, and stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods. Employees must comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.

HCSG lists free telemedicine, a free prescription discount program, free employee assistance programs, access to PNC EarnedIt, financial wellness support through PNC Workplace Banking, hands-on training and support, and career development among the benefits available to all employees. Additional benefits vary by location and eligibility and may include vacation, holiday, and sick pay; medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Stock Purchase Plan; and other voluntary insurance products. The posting notes that benefits are not available in Arkansas. HCSG is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in a food-service or kitchen environment 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, as required by State or County law.
• Residency within the service area 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 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.

Benefits

• Free telemedicine.
• Free prescription discount program.
• Free employee assistance programs.
• Access to PNC EarnedIt.
• Financial wellness support from PNC Workplace Banking.
• Hands-on training and support.
• Career development.
• Additional benefits may vary by location and eligibility and may include vacation, holiday, and sick pay; medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Stock Purchase Plan; and other voluntary insurance products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED