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Dietary Aide-PD

Catholic Health Services

Rockville Centre, NYJob$26.02/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$26.02/hr
Location
Rockville Centre, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Catholic Health Services is hiring a Dietary Aide-PD. Catholic Health is seeking a reliable and service-oriented Dietary Aide to assist with meal service, food preparation, and sanitation at Mercy Hospital. The role involves ensuring patients, staff, and visitors receive nourishing meals in a clean and welcoming environment. This position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Key focus areas include Deliver and collect patient meal trays, Set up tray line stations and follow portion control guidelines, and Prepare salads, sandwiches, desserts, and restock floor refrigerators as needed.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma. Important skills include Collaboration. Preferred (not required): Attention To Detail, Housekeeping, and Food Production Equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Attention to DetailCollaborationHousekeepingFood Production Equipment

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentRelevant Work ExperienceAbility to Read and Write in EnglishPrior Food Service Experience

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Dietary Aide

Location: Mercy Hospital – A Member of Catholic Health

We’re looking for a reliable and service-oriented Dietary Aide to assist with meal service, food preparation, and sanitation—ensuring our patients, staff, and visitors receive nourishing meals in a clean and welcoming environment.

Job Details

Job Responsibilities:

  • Deliver and collect patient meal trays • Set up tray line stations and follow portion control guidelines • Prepare salads, sandwiches, desserts, and restock floor refrigerators as needed • Set up beverage carts and assist with special events as assigned • Follow diet extensions and food safety guidelines to prevent cross-contamination • Clean kitchen areas and sanitize equipment according to policy • Sort, store, and handle utensils, food, and supplies properly • Operate dish room station; record dishwasher temperatures • Ensure work areas are clean and organized before breaks and at the end of the shift • Adjust to changing assignments and complete tasks within designated timeframes • Follow safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant work experience • Prior food service experience helpful • Basic knowledge of cleaning and food production equipment preferred • Ability to read and write in English • Strong attention to detail and ability to work as part of a team

Why Join Us:

  • Competitive pay with shift differentials

  • Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle

  • Supportive, team-oriented environment

  • Opportunities to gain experience and grow within the organization

Be part of something bigger. Join Mercy Hospital and help us nourish and heal through excellence in food service.

Salary Range

Starting from USD $26.02/Hr.

The rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.

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