DIETARY AIDE​/ASST

DIETARY AIDE/ASST – Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta, Augusta, GA

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta has been providing psychiatric services to the CSRA for more than 15 years. Located in Augusta, GA our 82‑bed facility provides a therapeutic setting for those seeking treatment for mental illness. Lighthouse Care Center offers unique and individualized programming for adolescents and adults that sets us apart from many other treatment facilities, and our tenured team includes seasoned medical staff.

• Prepare and serve food for staff, patients, and visitors.
• Work under the dietary manager to assist patients.
• Follow state and federal regulations concerning food safety, maintain cleanliness of dining areas, receive and stock supplies, use safe food handling practices, and prevent contamination.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Generous paid time off and extended leave bank
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries

• Previous experience as a dietary aide.
• Enhanced experience in customer service is appreciated.
• Thorough knowledge of safety guidelines and sanitation.
• Aptness in preparing meals according to precise instructions.
• Skilled in operating cooking appliances, bakeware, and cookware.
• Friendly personality with good communication skills.
• Stamina and good physical condition.
• High school diploma or equivalent; food certification is appreciated.
• Familiarity with clinical diets.
• Food service and/or culinary experience in a health care facility is a bonus.
• Ability to cooperate and work in a team.
• Ability to read and comprehend common recipes.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy weights.
• Willingness to participate in continuing education courses and training.
• Become Serv Safe “Food Handler” certified within 90 days of hire date.

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• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care
• Mental Health Care

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