Job Description

Dietary Assistants are a valuable member of our health care team who work to supervise and direct the dietary department and assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and maintaining its programs and activities.

Shift: 2nd Shift

About us: Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre is a skilled nursing facility located in Portland, Indiana. Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre is seeking a Dietary Assistant to become a part of our team where our primary goal is to provide exceptional care to our residents.

About the Role: Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre is seeking a Dietary Assistant

• To assist in the preparation, service and delivery of meals and snacks.
• To assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties including work areas, tables, appliances, and floors.
• That assist in dish and utensil washing and cleaning including gathering soiled items from carts, trays and dining areas and placing clean items in proper storage areas.
• To assist in distributing and collecting menus and checking all trays for completion and accuracy of menu and diet preferences prior to distribution to residents.
• That can ensure that food and supplies for the next meals are readily available and assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods, supplies, and equipment.

About you: The ideal candidate would have the following skills and experience.

• Completion of elementary education or otherwise show ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to read and write in English, ability to communicate with residents, families, personnel and support agencies and ability to remain calm under stress.
• Must display good emotional health and be capable of extended periods of standing, bending, and heavy lifting.

Benefits: Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre offers -

• Health Insurance through United Healthcare
• Dental Insurance through Paramount Dental
• Vision Insurance through EyeMed Vision
• Supplemental Insurance Policies such as: Short Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Accrual Program
• Perfect Attendance Bonus Program
• Weekend Bonuses
• Holiday Pay – Starts immediately with no waiting period
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Continuing Education Programs
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities

If you are ready to join Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre Family, please apply online today!
Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class as defined by local, state, or federal law.