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Dietary Aide II - Food Services - Per Diem

UMass Memorial Health, Milford, MA, United States


Position Overview
Under the direct supervision of the Diet Supervisors, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of food service, dish room duties, and cash handling duties as well as other related activities.

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:

$15.00 - $23.32 (final offer may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations)

Schedule Details:

Friday, Holidays - Every Other Holiday; Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday; Weekends - Every Other Weekend

Scheduled Hours:

Per diem, Day shifts and Evening shifts 6:00am to 2:30pm, 11am to 7:30pm, 4pm - 8pm

Shift:

Mixed Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours:

0

Cost Center:

26000 - 5030 Food Services Kitchen

Yes, this position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Key Responsibilities

Follows proper hygiene and safety protocols (e.g., hand washing, glove usage, HACCP guidelines)

Maintains a sanitary and safe work environment

Provides courteous customer service and communicates effectively

Prepares and delivers food trays accurately and efficiently

Operates dishwashing equipment and maintains cleanliness

Assists with food production, cafeteria service, and cashiering

Completes required training and adheres to departmental standards

Demonstrates flexibility, teamwork, and initiative in daily tasks

Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives

Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed

Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations

Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements

Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility, and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors

Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance

Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed

All responsibilities are essential job functions

Qualifications

License/Certification/Education:

Required:

Ability to read, write, speak & understand English at an 8th-grade level

Preferred:

High school graduate

Serve Safe certification

Experience/Skills:

Preferred:

Food service experience in a healthcare facility

Good interpersonal communication skills

Ability to read and comprehend patient meal ticket information

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Physical stamina for frequent movement and standing

Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

Standing, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, repetitive movements: Constantly

Lifting/Carrying: Frequently up to 50 lbs

Working in temperature extremes: Frequently

Precise motor skills, hearing, and vision: Required

EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disability Accommodation
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

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