What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Aide position at Christian Health Care Center?
Christian Health Care Center has been recognized as one of the best places to receive care in Washington state. Join a faith-based, nonprofit care team that leads in quality and service!
In this entry-level health care position, you will help CHCC’s friendly dietary team deliver food to our residents so they can receive the nutrition they need to remain strong and healthy.
Shift: Approximately 24 hours per week. Saturday and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, 6:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Must be available to work additional days and times as needed, scheduled monthly in advance.
Wages: $17.13-$20.99 per hour, depending on experience
Responsibilities
- Prepare food items and deliver food carts to designated care units.
- Perform detailed cleaning of kitchen areas and equipment.
- Assist with tray line.
- Assist with dishwashing.
- Prepare instant breakfast, beverages and fortified milk.
- See job description linked on this page for additional duties. https://chcclynden.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Dietary-Aide-Job-Description.pdf
Qualifications
- Must have or be able to obtain a food handler's permit.
- Must be able to stand, walk and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Three to six months of general kitchen work experience is preferred.
- Experience working in a medical facility kitchen preferred.
Skills
- Have a positive working rapport with fellow staff members as well as patients and residents.
- Be compassionate, have great communication skills and a pleasant, professional manner.
- Have knowledge of kitchen equipment, including dishwasher, coffee maker, juice machine, food processor.
- Comply with all facility policies and procedures.
Job Benefits
- Sick time accrual
- Holiday pay (double) if scheduled to work on major holidays
- Tuition reimbursement for qualified employees
- Vacation accrual (for part-time employees who work 20–29 hours per week)
- Paid in-service time and free continuing ed classes
- See the full list of benefits at https://chcclynden.org/part-time-benefits/.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other legally protected classification.
We believe that each therapeutic rehab patient and long-term care resident deserves to live in comfort, with dignity and respect. This core philosophy, along with our mission to provide healthcare with compassion and love in Christ’s name, is why your family, friends, and neighbors have trusted Christian Health Care Center since 1956.
Salary : $17 - $21