Dietary Aide
La Mesa, CA
Wage: $16-$20/hr DOE
Full Time or Part Time - Flexible Shifts
Arbor Hills Skilled Nursing and Rehab, a Generations Healthcare facility, is in search of a Dietary Aide to join our team
Job Description:
The primary role of the Dietary Aide is to provide assistance in all food functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures
Essential Duties (include but are not limited to):
- Work with the facility’s Dietitian/ Director of Food Services as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
- Ensure that all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
- Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel as well as with other departments within the facility to assure that food service can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents.
- Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
- Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.
- Assist cook in preparing meals.
- Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
- Obtain food supplies for next meal.
- Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.
- Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive compensation package, rewarding healthcare benefits and excellent career growth opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
- Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate
Skills Required
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to maintain supplies, equipment, work areas, and inspect food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance.
- Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, enthusiasm, and willingness to handle residents according to their maturity level.
- Ability and willingness to learn and incorporate new methods and principles.
What We Do
Generations Healthcare provides compassionate skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, behavioral health, and related services across California. The organization operates more than 30 facilities with over 3,500 beds, serving older adults and other patients through a network of care homes and specialized programs. Its mission centers on delivering kind, competent, and compassionate care while supporting residents’ recovery, dignity, families, and quality of life.
