Dietary Aide

Overview

- NEW WAGE SCALE -

Starting at $15.93/hr.

Increasing based on experience

Dietary Aide

Status: Full-time

Location: Avamere Rehab of Newport - 835 SW 11th Ave. Newport, OR 97365

As a dietary aide with Avamere, you join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. This is more than a job - it's a place where our team members build lasting relationships with patients and residents, their families, and fellow team members.

We are dedicated to keeping our team members and residents safe. Download our flyer that shows our protocols and response to COVID-19 here.

Employee Perks:

Tuition assistance
• Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday


• Mentorship opportunities


• Career Development


• Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services, and more


• Generous employee referral program


• Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)


• 401K retirement plan with employer match


• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage

Details

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide assistance in all food functions for our residents as directed by the Dietary Supervisor.

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.

Qualifications

• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.


• 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.

Facility Information

Nestled near the beautiful Oregon coast lies Avamere Rehabilitation of Newport, a 52-bed skilled nursing community. This location features skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care.

The staff value quality care with a 5-star Medicare rating and a 5-star staffing rating.

As part of the Avamere Family of Companies, the team is proud to be named one of Oregon's most admired companies by the Portland Business Journal as they continually strive to enhance the life of every person they serve.

Get to know more about Avamere Rehabilitation of Newport on their website and Facebook.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 503