Do you love working in the kitchen? Do you find joy in preparing and serving fresh meals to others? Would knowing that the hard work you do, day in and day out, truly makes a difference in the lives of others? The Dietary Aide position truly touches lives every single day – our patients and long term residents look forward to their meal times and count on our staff to make it an enjoyable experience – be part of a team that makes a difference every day.
Posted Salary RangeUSD $13.50 - USD $15.00 /Hr. Wage CommensurationThe wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Duties & Responsibilities- Assist in the preparation and/ or service of meals/ food for patients, employees, and special events as instructed by the Dietary Manager.
- Serve food and snacks according to the planned menu/spreadsheet and the patient’s/resident's food preferences and diet order.
- Assist the Cook by ensuring the food prepared/and or pre-portioned using proper food handling/ safety techniques and is of proper quantity, completed on time as scheduled, and is in accordance with the menu & residents’ diet order.
- May wash dishes, etc. when necessary or when instructed to do so by the Dietary Manager.
- Must possess, as a minimum, High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D
- Food handler’s permit preferred according to local regulatory requirements
- Experience in food prep and service within a skilled nursing or long term care facility strongly preferred
- Must be able to speak, understand, and write in fluent English
- Reliable transportation required
All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
- PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off Plan
- New Pet Insurance Discount available
- DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
- Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
- Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
- Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
- Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
- Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
- In-facility education programs and more!
Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent GED
- Fluent English speaking, comprehension, and writing ability
- Reliable transportation
- Food handler's permit according to local regulatory requirements
- Food preparation and service experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility
What We Do
Midlands Health and Rehabilitation Center is a Columbia, South Carolina skilled-nursing and rehabilitation facility serving people recovering from injury or illness as well as those needing long-term care. It provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy, personalized care plans, and compassionate, dignified support for residents and families. Its stated mission is to provide a professional and honest approach to health care.
