Dietary Aide

About the role

Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center, located at 745 Old Chickies Hill Rd, Columbia, PA 17512, is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic candidates for Part-Time Dietary Aide positions.

Schedule

Part-Time shifts: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm, with every other weekend required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or deliver juice, applesauce and pudding to the nurses’ station for med passes.
• Set up resident meal trays according to specified diets (napkins, place mats, silverware, glassware, appropriate condiments).
• Place appropriate hot and cold food items on residents’ trays at mealtime per menu, diet cards, or manager/cook direction.
• Prepare sandwiches, juices, special and meal items per diet cards and place on trays at meal times (e.g., peanut butter & jelly, meat sandwiches, thickened milk, juice, coffee, tea, fruit, yogurt, ginger ale).
• Prepare and/or deliver food items for restorative program as designated by policy posted on the juice refrigerator.
• Deliver all meal trays to appropriate destinations on the nursing floor, retrieve trays, and collect trays/dishware before shift end.
• Break down trays, run items through dish machine, put items away, restock machine with appropriate chemicals.
• Take out trashcans after each meal, sweep, mop, and sanitize work areas per checklist or supervisor direction.
• Accept phone calls and requests from nursing staff and residents, fulfill in a timely manner.
• Assist cook when needed.
• Make authorized food substitutions.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, etc.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school education or high school equivalency diploma.
• Successfully complete a post‑offer, pre‑employment criminal background check and physical/drug screen.

Benefits

• Daily pay option – get paid when you need it.
• Competitive compensation.
• Employee referral program.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) plan.
• Industry‑leading orientation and training with ongoing management support.
• Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programs.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Continuous professional training.