Dietary Aide at Sarasota Memorial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Location: SMH Nursing Rehab Center

Department

Food and Nutrition
Job Summary

Prepares, assembles and delivers meals accurately to residents in a caring, courteous manner. Develops positive relationships with other team members and functions competently in team environment. Responsible for food preparation according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points. Ensures completion of Daily tasks according to established quality and service guidelines.

 

Job Summary: The Dietary Aide plays a key role in creating a positive dining experience for residents by preparing, assembling, and delivering meals with accuracy, warmth, and professionalism. This position supports the overall well‑being of residents by ensuring high‑quality food service, maintaining safety and sanitation standards, and contributing to a collaborative team environment.

 

Shift: Fulltime position, 12pm-8:30pm

 

Salary Details:

Hourly rate is determined by years of experience relating to this role and internal equity within organization. Minimum rate starting at $17.00, max of salary range is $22.45.  

 

-Must have the basic ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.

-Able to navigate computer systems and applications.

-Ability to understand and communicate in English at a basic level to ensure clear direction and effective collaboration with team members who do not speak Spanish.

*-MUST speak fluent English*

-Cooking skills are beneficial

Required Qualifications

- Require courtesy and diplomacy in dealing with residents, fellow workers and the department management team.
- Require verbal ability to read and understand written instructions, recipes, labels, & special diets.
- Require the ability to work weekend, holidays, and other shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

- Prefer experience in a health care facility.

Preferred Education

HS EQ: High School Diploma, GED or Certificate

Shift: Fulltime position, 12pm-8:30pm

Employment Screening Requirements

As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/