Dietary Aide

Employment Type: Full time, Day Shift (Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
Location: Kinder Park

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Day-1 Benefits: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Opportunity to get paid daily through DailyPay
• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounts with major vendors: AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• 403b retirement plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive orientation

About Trinity Health PACE

Trinity Health PACE programs are nationally recognized for providing high-quality, comprehensive care in the communities we serve. Our services are built upon a 30-year history of Programs of All-Inclusive Care (PACE) for the elderly in the United States. Trinity Health PACE is one of the largest PACE providers in the country. With new strategy, vision, and technology, we are growing and shaping the future of healthcare!

Our pioneering care model offers continuous, quality care to the elderly, allowing them the independence of living at home. Seniors who qualify for nursing home care alternatively have the option to receive comprehensive care from an interdisciplinary team of experts, all focused on improving participants’ health. At our centers, seniors receive clinical and rehabilitation therapy and build relationships with doctors, nurses, and fellow participants—all under one roof.

About the Role

The primary purpose of this position is to provide assistance in all dietary functions as directed and ensure that quality dietary services are provided on a daily basis. You will be responsible for maintaining the dietary department in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.

• Provide one-to-one care with patients in their homes or in a clinical setting
• Work in a warm, supportive, and patient-centered environment
• Collaborate with motivated colleagues in an inspiring setting
• Competitive salary and career development opportunities
• Learn and use the industry’s best, easy-to-use, advanced technology

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness of the serving kitchen and equipment and perform scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as established policies and procedures
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel as well as other departments to ensure food service meets the needs of participants
• Maintain inventory and restock supplies as needed
• Assist in preparing and serving nutritional supplements and snacks under the direction of the Dietitian or designee
• Work in various line functions as assigned, including setting up meal trays, food carts, and the dining room
• Perform day-to-day housekeeping functions within the kitchen area
• Participate in and support Quality Improvement Initiatives
• Maintain the confidentiality of all PACE Organization (PO) procedures, results, and information about participants, families, and vendors

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• One (1) to two (2) years of food preparation in a healthcare setting preferred
• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with frail or elderly population