Dietary Aide - weekends- Avamere Pacific Ridge

Dietary Aide

Type: Part-time - Sat/Sun 1PM - 8PM

Wage: $20 - $27/hr DOE

Location: Avamere Rehab at Pacific Ridge - 3625 East B Street, Tacoma, WA 98404

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At Avamere, we offer a strong, exciting team environment with group decision making culture! You get the chance to make a difference every day in the lives of those we care for.

If you have a passion for helping others, then look no further! We would love to have you join our Avamere Family!

Duties and Responsibilities:


* Set up, deliver and serve food as directed.


* Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.


* Assist Cook in preparing meals and checking diet trays before distribution.


* Prepare kitchen, food and supplies for the next meal.


* Return clean utensils to proper storage areas and maintain a clean, dry work environment free of hazardous conditions or equipment.


* Assist in daily cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, dishwashing, etc.

Requirements and Qualifications:


* Dietary aide or food handling experience preferred, but not required.


* Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.


* Must obtain Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment.


* Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English


* Active CPR/BLS certification

Benefits:

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:


* Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

Low individual and family deductible.


* 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.


* Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.


* EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.


* Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.


* Generous employee referral bonus program.


* Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).


* Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.


* Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

SEIU: This position is covered by the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement with Service Employees International Union (SEIU), either Local 503 or Local 775.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify