Dietary Aide

Dietary Aide
Rate: $16/hour
Shift: Full-Time, Part-Time
Schedule: 6:30 am - 3 pm | 12 pm - 8 pm

Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is looking to add a Dietary Aide to its team. In this role, you’ll help provide high-quality meal service while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment for residents, visitors, and staff. If you enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in helping others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in Dunkirk, NY, Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. As a CMS 5-Star rated facility, Chautauqua is recognized for its commitment to quality care and clinical excellence. Our team members enjoy a close-knit, supportive environment where compassion, teamwork, and professional growth are valued. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve meals according to resident dietary needs, portion guidelines, and established meal schedules
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and distribution of meals, snacks, beverages, and nourishments
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining areas, equipment, dishes, utensils, and workspaces
• Operate dietary equipment safely and accurately record food, beverage, and equipment temperatures
• Assist with inventory, stocking, receiving, and proper storage of food and supplies
• Transport meal carts and food trucks throughout the facility in a safe and timely manner
• Accommodate resident preferences and special dietary requests whenever possible
• Follow food safety, infection control, HIPAA, safety, and facility policies and procedures
• Report equipment issues, hazards, accidents, and resident concerns to the appropriate supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Some food service experience
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to provide courteous and professional service to residents, families, and staff
• Dependable, organized, and committed to maintaining a clean and safe work environment

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Retirement Saving Options

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


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