Dietary Aide

Job Description

Come be a part of one of Santiam Hospital’s most valued and important teams – the Dietary Department!  As a Dietary Aide, your position will play a crucial role in maintaining our commitment in providing nutritious meals to all patients in a safe and timely manner to support their health and recovery.  If you have great work ethic, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working in a supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply! 

Salary Range: $16.26 – $22.98, 12-14 hours per week (flexible schedule)

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare food trays for general, therapeutic diets and special diet foods as necessary. Preparation and delivery of food items as requested by patients.
• Responsible for maintaining tray line in a clean and orderly manner and the organization of clean dishes and utensils.
• Ability to operate a dishwasher and wash specified items by hand, i.e., pots, pans, knives.
• Dispose of trash and garbage in an appropriate manner and as needed.
• Mop floors, clean walk-in refrigerators and storage areas as scheduled and as necessary.
• Receive, stores, issues, and delivers necessary food, supplies, and equipment.
• Manage incoming calls, take messages and process phone orders.

Job Qualifications

• Skilled in the proper and safe use, cleaning, and maintenance of standard kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene as it relates to food preparation and services.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Current Oregon Food Handler License or obtain within 30 days of hire.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• PTO and holiday pay
• Employee Referral Program
• 401(k) Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Discounts
• Bilingual Pay Differential for eligible positions
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible positions
• Tuition Assistance for eligible positions