Dietary Aide

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Knoxville, TN, USA
In-Office
17-17 Hourly
Entry level
Food • Professional Services • Hospitality
The Role
Provide nutritious meals and service in a healthcare/senior living setting: perform nutritional assessments, document care plans, supervise meal service, ensure resident meal preferences and dietary needs, follow food safety and facility health policies, assist team to maintain efficient operations.
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Location:

Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital

Pay Rate:

Hourly - Hourly Plan, 16.50 USD Hourly

Work Shift:

Job Description

Responsibilities

Company Overview
At HHS, our dedicated teams perform vital support services that ensure healthcare, senior living, and other critical environments operate smoothly and safely every day. As a trusted partner in essential facility management, we are committed to fostering a stable and growth-oriented workplace for our employees.

Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Dietary Aide to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering nutritious meals and exceptional service within a healthcare or senior living setting. Your efforts will directly contribute to the well-being and comfort of residents and patients, supporting their health and happiness through quality food service.

Job Details

  • Wage: $16.50/hour
  • Full-time and part-time positions available
  • Day/Evening/Morning shifts available
  • Location: Knoxville Rehabilitation Center 1250 Tennova Medical Way Knoxville, TN 37909

Responsibilities

  • Complete nutritional assessments for patients to create care plans with nutritional goals
  • Document assessment of patients with nutritional goals and interventions in the medical record
  • Provide oversight for patient services and production staff and monitor meal service
  • Ensure patient preferences are recorded on meal tickets and that all meals and snacks adhere to the resident’s needs
  • Adhere to the facility’s health and safety policies and procedures
  • Assist team members and management as needed to help the department operate efficiently

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged standing and walking continuously, frequent stooping, bending and lifting up to 40 pounds
  • Must be able to operate equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the job

Skills

  • Experience working in assisted living, nursing homes, hospitals, or the food industry is highly desirable
  • Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper handling procedures
  • Ability to manage time efficiently while multitasking in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of meal preparation, food service, and basic culinary techniques
  • Excellent customer service skills with a caring attitude towards residents or patients
  • Familiarity with food handling regulations and kitchen safety standards
  • Prior dietary aide or food service experience is preferred but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates

Join us as a Dietary Aide to make a meaningful difference through nourishing others while building your career in a supportive environment. Your dedication helps create positive experiences for those we serve every day!

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Billing Identifier:

CC 3929 Hourly

Skills Required

  • Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper handling procedures
  • Familiarity with food handling regulations and kitchen safety standards
  • Knowledge of meal preparation, food service, and basic culinary techniques
  • Ability to manage time efficiently and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent customer service skills with a caring attitude toward residents or patients
  • Ability to stand and walk continuously, frequent stooping, bending, and lift up to 40 pounds
  • Must be able to operate equipment necessary to perform essential job functions
  • Experience working in assisted living, nursing homes, hospitals, or the food industry
  • Prior dietary aide or food service experience
  • Willingness to work day, evening, or morning shifts (full-time or part-time)
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The Company
17,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1975

What We Do

HHS is a private, family-owned company that provides outsourced facilities management and support services. They specialize in housekeeping, custodial, and food and dining services, serving a diverse range of clients across the healthcare, aviation, education, government, hospitality, and senior living sectors throughout the United States.

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