Dietary Aide/Porter

At FutureCare our Dietary Aides/Porters are an integral part of the Food & Hospitality Department who ensure proper delivery of nutritional services to our residents. Under the direction of the Clinical Food Service Director, the Dietary Aide/Porter will follow proper care with food sanitation, food handling and safe serve policies set forth by the facility. Voted 12 years in a row in The Baltimore Sun as a "Top Workplace" and recognized in US Newsweek's publication as "Best Nursing Home", FutureCare stands out as a leader in managing health care across a continuum of care. We are known for recognizing hard work and dedication and reward our team members for their compassion and care. We also offer an Excellent Benefits Package, Flex/Advance Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Growth Ladder, Employee Assistance, Employee Referral Bonus Program, and a 401K Plan.
***Competitive Starting Salary*** Assists in the preparation of hot and/or cold foods Serve and deliver food to residents as required Maintain cleanliness of dining areas as assigned Properly store food utilizing knowledge of temperature requirements and spoilage Transport/deliver food/beverage items to assigned residents Assist Lead Porter or other staff in lifting or transporting large utilities within the kitchen area Load/operate dishwasher machine Ensure proper temperature, chemical supplies, and clean water levels are maintained for proper sanitation High School Diploma or GED equivalent Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or healthcare environment preferred Excellent communication skills Must be courteous and friendly at all times Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment Must be able to stand on your feet for 8 hours or longer Must be able to lift, push, and pull food carts and other food utility supplies up to 50lbs Ability to deal with residents, and staff in a tactful, diplomatic and respectful manner Ability to follow all written and verbal instructions