Lead Dietary Aide

Job Title: Dietary Aide Lead

Location: Eastcastle Place

Salary: $17.00/ hour | Sign-On Bonus: $1,500

Position Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Non-Exempt

Schedule: 12:00am - 8:00pm, 12:30 am - 8:30pm, or 1:00pm - 9:00pm:, required every other weekend rotation (Saturday & Sunday); required holiday rotation

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Are you a leader with a passion for providing outstanding service in a healthcare setting? Eastcastle Place is looking for a Dietary Aide Lead to join our team! As the Dietary Aide Lead, you will play an essential role in leading the PM shift team, ensuring smooth and efficient meal service for our residents. Your commitment to quality service and hospitality will make a significant impact on the lives of our residents and fellow team members.

At Eastcastle Place you’ll witness the incredible life stories of some of the wisest individuals. We’ve been proudly serving seniors for over 140 years, offering a continuum of care that promotes active and fulfilling lifestyles while respecting the dignity and independence of each resident. On our team you’ll be part of a remarkable organization dedicated serving our community when they need us most. We are currently looking for a Dietary Aide to join our team and help create a dining experience that nurtures both body and soul.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to make a difference while working alongside a dedicated team in a vibrant, senior-focused environment. If you have strong leadership skills, a passion for service, and experience in healthcare dining, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• Lead the team of Dietary Aides, ensuring smooth meal service delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Oversee the correct and efficient serving of meals, including providing courteous service and managing special meal requests.
• Coordinate the preparation and plating of meals according to dietary preferences and therapeutic diets.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of dining areas and work stations during and after meal service.
• Train and mentor new Dietary Aides, providing guidance and support to ensure excellence in service.
• Assist with inventory control, including ordering supplies as needed.
• Maintain safe and sanitary conditions in work areas, including proper waste disposal and completion of required checklists.
• Work closely with other team members such as Cooks, CNAs, Nurses, and Stewards, as well as report to the Dietary Manager and Director of Hospitality.
• Ensure compliance with dietary regulations and resident meal plans.

 

What You Will Bring:

• Required minimum of 1-3 years experience as a Dietary Aide
• Required minimum of 1 year experience working in a leadership role
• Ability to provide in the moment coaching and guidance
• Previous experience with a meal ticket system
• Knowledge of specialty diets
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Ability to multitask
• Teamwork and ability to work independently
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong work ethic
• Hospitality minded
• Pride in a job well done
• Value in helping others

 

Why You'll Love Us:

At Eastcastle Place, we foster a compassionate and supportive environment for both staff and residents, treating everyone with integrity, dignity, and respect. Our team consists of highly qualified individuals who serve with enthusiasm and a commitment to quality. As an Eastcastle Place employee you will have access to the following benefits:

• Health Insurance through WPS
  • With potential Teledoc options
  • Available FSA and HSA
  • Pharmacy Benefit Manager through MyMedOne
• Dental, and Vision Insurance through Guardian Health
• Life Insurance and Short term Disability through Guardian Health
• 401(k) with matching after 1 year
• Paid Time Off base don FTE status
• Tuition Reimbursement through scholarships
• Holiday Bonus and Holiday Pay
• Maternity Benefits
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Free surface parking and Bus line access 
  • Line 30 (Downer + Bradford) 1 block away
  • Line 21 (Downer + Bradford) 1 block away 
  • Line 30 (Maryland + Bradford) 2 blocks away
• Discounted lunch/meal program
• Free onsite fitness center and pool
• Employee Rewards and Recognition program

 

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