Dietary Aide

Dietary Aide Opportunity at Three Trails Behavioral Hospital

Three Trails Behavioral Hospital in Independence, MO is seeking a compassionate and dependable Dietary Aide to support our Nutritional Services team. In this role, you will help provide nutritious meals and a positive dining experience for patients receiving behavioral health services. If you enjoy working in a healthcare setting and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply.

The Dietary Aide will:

• Prepare and serve meals according to established dietary guidelines and patient needs.
• Assist with meal tray assembly, food portioning, and meal delivery.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining, and food preparation areas.
• Work collaboratively with dietary, nursing, and clinical teams to support patient care.
• Follow all food safety, infection control, and sanitation standards.

Three Trails Behavioral Hospital will:

• Serve children and adolescents, adults, and seniors with innovative and evidence-based inpatient behavioral healthcare focused on individual needs and comfort.
• Create more than 200 new, full-time jobs including nurses, clinicians, therapists, technicians, and administrative staff, when the facility is fully operational.
• Be located at the intersection of I-70 and Little Blue Parkway, adjacent to the Children's Mercy Hospital Outpatient Clinics.
• Feature 120 licensed beds ready to meet the mental health needs of the surrounding community.
• Span more than 88,000 square feet, and will include an activity yard and gym.

Full-time Benefits Include:

• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan.
• Employee assistance program available for employees and family.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Basic life insurance and optional supplemental life insurance.
• Career development opportunities across UHS and out 300+ locations.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food service, dietary, healthcare, or hospitality experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is a plus.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry items throughout the shift.

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