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Dietary Aide

Healthcare Center
Lake, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2025 CLOSED ON 12/21/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Aide position at Healthcare Center?

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dietary Aide to join our team. As a Dietary Aide, you will play a crucial role in providing nutritious meals and maintaining a clean and safe environment for our residents. If you have a passion for culinary arts and enjoy working in a healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

- Assist in the preparation and serving of meals to residents according to dietary guidelines

- Ensure that all meals are served on time and at the appropriate temperature

- Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures to maintain food safety standards

- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, dishes, utensils, and work areas

- Assist with meal preparation, including chopping vegetables, preparing salads, and portioning meals

- Collaborate with the dietary department to ensure that special dietary needs are met

- Maintain inventory of food supplies and notify supervisor when items need to be restocked

- Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations in the kitchen

Experience:

- Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not required

- Knowledge of food service operations and basic culinary techniques is a plus

- Familiarity with working in a nursing home or healthcare setting is beneficial

- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team

- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

Skills:

- Culinary skills: Basic knowledge of cooking techniques and meal preparation

- Sanitation: Understanding of proper food handling, cleaning, and sanitization practices

- Food service: Familiarity with serving meals in a healthcare or institutional setting

- Food safety: Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures

We offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for career advancement within our organization. If you are passionate about providing quality care through nutrition and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that all positions at our facility are paid positions. To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13

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