Where You’ll Work
At CHI Mercy Health, you'll discover a place where your professional growth is deeply valued within a truly supportive and rewarding environment. For over a century, our commitment to Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence, and Collaboration has guided every interaction, shaping how we care for our patients and uplift one another. Today, as CHI Mercy Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. We are proud of our state-of-the- art care and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join CHI Mercy Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Dietary Aide, you will be a central figure in our nutrition services team, responsible for preparing and delivering meals and snacks that meet specific dietary needs and preferences. You will play a vital role in enhancing patient comfort, well-being, and overall experience through nutritious food service.Every day, you will meticulously assemble and deliver meal trays, assist with mealtime services, ensuring a positive and hygienic dining experience. You will also maintain cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen and dining areas, operate dishwashing equipment, and adhere strictly to food safety regulations, all while providing compassionate and attentive service.To be successful in this role, you will combine a strong commitment to food safety, meticulous attention to detail in meal preparation, and a compassionate, service-oriented approach. You will demonstrate reliability, physical stamina, and the ability to follow precise instructions, thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment supporting nutritional health and patient satisfaction.
- Records all current patient diet information.
- Sends menus to patients or makes necessary choices on the correct menus, tallies the results of menus, and posts to the appropriate production sheet for production staff.
- Answers phones in a pleasant manner and transfers calls if necessary.
- Ensures accuracy of meals and food supplements that are sent to patients.
- Prepares nourishments and snacks for patients.
Student loan repayment program offered!
Job Requirements
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Food Handler Permit
- Oregon Driver's License