The Dietary Aide is responsible for complete preparation and distribution of patient and employee meals. Duties include, but are not limited to, delivering patient trays, assisting Cook with preparing meals mainly on grill and fryer for cafe service, performing cash register transactions, and assisting with grocery deliveries. Staff must have complete knowledge in all areas of the kitchen and be prepared to perform all duties as requested by the Dietary Site Manager.
Department Description
We are a small, friendly department in a rural, family-friendly hospital with a BIG heart for our patients, guests and fellow employees. Minimum qualifications for working in this great department include but are not limited to: having fun, integrity and compassion which create an environment of healing, happiness and wellbeing for everyone. Knowledge in safe and proper food handling is helpful but not required. All of the important and detailed skills needed to be a competent food service professional will be learned during the training process. If this sounds like we are describing you, please join our team of caring individuals!
Hours/Shifts
64 hours biweekly, Day shifts
Compensation
Hourly Wage Range: $16.82-$21.53/hour Please note that final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.
Benefit Offerings
Lake Region Healthcare is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit program designed to meet your unique needs. This includes medical and dental coverage; HSA, FSA and 401k plans; EAP, life and disability coverage; voluntary accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity coverage; pet insurance, ID theft protection and legal services. For eligible new employees, the effective date of coverage for most plans is the first of the month, following a 30-day waiting period.
EEOC
Lake Region Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
- Education/Special Skills: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. ServSafe certification or MN Department of Health Food Manager’s certificate preferred or willingness to successfully complete ServSafe certification course. Six (6) months related experience preferred. Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately. Ability to interact with patients, physicians, employees, and guests.
- Should have some knowledge in modified diets and have high standard of sanitation, neatness and cleanliness
- Must be able to attend the work site per schedule.
- Successful completion of the pre-employment health screening process required.
- Must be able to handle multiple priorities in a calm, productive manner.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- ServSafe certification or Minnesota Department of Health Food Manager certificate, or willingness to complete ServSafe certification
- Six months of related experience
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately
- Ability to interact with patients, physicians, employees, and guests
- Knowledge of modified diets
- High standards of sanitation, neatness, and cleanliness
- Ability to attend the work site as scheduled
- Successful completion of pre-employment health screening
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a calm, productive manner
What We Do
Lake Region Healthcare is an independent, community-owned and governed, not-for-profit healthcare organization headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. The system provides comprehensive medical services through two hospitals, ten clinics, a cancer center, and a senior living community. Its mission is to partner to enrich life through health and improve the health of people within its regional service area.
