Are you dependable, hardworking, and passionate about supporting quality resident care? The DeKalb County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Dietary Aide / Food Service Worker to join our team and help ensure residents receive nutritious meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
About the Role: Under direct supervision, you will assist with food preparation, tray assembly, meal delivery, cleaning, and dish room responsibilities. This role plays a vital part in maintaining high standards of care and service for our residents.
Schedule: 6:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., plus every other weekend and alternating holidays
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare minor food items, nourishments, and snacks
- Participate in tray-line setup, assembly, and meal delivery
- Assist residents with tray preparation following established procedures
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, dining areas, carts, pots, pans, and utensils
- Operate kitchen tools and equipment safely (dish machine, blenders, ovens, etc.)
- Sweep, mop, remove trash, and perform routine and special cleaning duties
- Note and record resident meal intakes
- Adhere to dress code and maintain a neat, professional appearance
- Attend required meetings, in-services, and orientation
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Ability to read, write, speak, and follow oral and written English instructions
- Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Positive and respectful communication with residents, families, and coworkers
- Ability to perform repetitive, physically demanding, and detail-oriented work
- No previous experience required - 1-3 weeks of training provided
- Current CPR certification required
- Must complete ongoing in-service education and orientation
- Physical exam and two tuberculin skin tests required within 10 days of hire
- Ability to safely perform all essential job functions, with or without accommodation
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships at all levels
Pay: $15.72 per hour ($20.34 per hour if opting for "Limited Benefits")
Benefits: Our team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Environment
- Primarily indoors in a kitchen and dining area
- Exposure to residents, families, water, steam, and food
- Well-lit and climate-controlled facility
Emergency Responsibilities: All team members must understand and follow facility emergency procedures and be able to assist with evacuations and safety-related tasks as needed.