Dietary Aide/Prep Cook PACE (Riverside)

Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A community where everyone is healthy and happy. We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life’s chapters. At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.

As a private, non-profit 501(C) (3) community health organization, we serve over 500,000 medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 96k people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.

We have been doing this since 1969 and it is our employees that make this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond. If that sounds like an organization you want to be a part of, we would love to have you.

ROLE OVERVIEW and PURPOSE

The Dietary Aide works to support the mission and vision of the PACE center by supporting the overall quality of food services.  This role will assist with general meals, preparation, service, and clean-up of food services for elderly patients at the PACE center.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stage dining room for each meals service; setting tables with napkins, silverware, daily menu, etc.  
• Take and serve orders in a friendly and professional manner; be able to deal with complaints or problems with a positive and attentive attitude.  
• Wash all dishes, silverware, utensils, pots, pans, etc. Ensuring all items are properly sanitized and stored in their correct places.  
• Assist the Cook in the preparation and service of meals; follow each meal ticket to ensure correct diet and portions, participant food preferences, and food allergy prevention.  
• Prepare small dishes like alternative menu items, salads & sandwiches, as well as daily nourishments and snacks.  
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves in an accessible and organized manner.  
• Stores prepared food items from vendor in areas with an acceptable temperature prior to meal service. 
• Participate in the general clean up and sanitation of kitchen and dining areas. Clean and sanitize tables, chairs, condiment containers, and linen used in the dining room. 
• Schedule: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m..

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma/GED required 
• One year food preparation and service experience required; food service experience within healthcare or social service organizations preferred 
• Valid Food Handler Card required 
• Valid BLS certification through the American Heart Association required prior upon hire.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills 
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form 
• Knowledgeable about and experience with proper food handling with specific dietary requirements 
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously 
• Excellent planning and organizational ability 
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently 
• Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs./weight 
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time 

COMPLIANCE (Safety & HIPPA)

•  Follows all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately
•  Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices
•  Follows all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
•  Uses appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment
•  Familiarity with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits
•  Follows all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols
•  Maintains privacy of all patients, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes
•  Complies with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations
•  Reports all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful

Neighborhood Healthcare offers a generous benefit plan that includes:  Partially company paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans. Two plus weeks of vacation, Nine Holidays including two Floating Holidays of your choosing, Sick/Personal time, Volunteer Time Off (VTO), 403b Retirement plan (similar to a 401k), optional Health and Wellness events, and much more!

Pay range: $21.00 - $23.58 per hour, depending on experience.

Compensation Disclosure:

The posted salary range reflects the designated pay grade for this position. While this range represents the broader classification of the role, actual compensation will be based on several factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s overall knowledge, skills, and experience, market data and industry benchmarks, internal equity within the organization, Budgetary considerations and organizational needs.

Salary : $21 - $24