PRN Dietary Aide

About the role

Chesapeake Treatment Center, a 29-bed residential treatment center for adolescent and young adult males located in Parkville, MD (near Towson), has an immediate opening for a PRN (as needed) Dietary Aide.

Responsibilities

• Food pick-up, delivery; and service, as well as the cleanliness of the dining and food storage areas.
• Prepare simple food items like snacks, beverages, and side dishes.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen workstations, dishes, utensils, and dining areas.
• Ensure safe food handling by monitoring food temperatures and checking expiration dates.
• Auxiliary assistance in the dining room with a friendly and patient attitude.
• Report feedback or eating difficulties observed in residents to the supervisor or nursing staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food Handler Certificate, Food Manager or willingness to obtain one upon hire.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation, food safety, and kitchen equipment.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 20–50 pounds.
• Strong communication skills to interact warmly with elderly or vulnerable residents.

Preferred Requirements

• Ability to work two days out of a month on the weekends.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Experience working with emotionally disturbed adolescents/young adults preferred.