Dietary Aide

**Patriots Village State Veterans Home in Sumter, SC is seeking a dependable, enthusiastic, and dedicated Dietary Aide to join our outstanding team!** **$15.00 - $16.65 /hr** **Full Time- 6am -6pm** Come join our team! We offer great challenges, a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement! **Full-time are eligible for:** - 401K - Medical, Dental & Vision - FSA & Dependent Care FSA - Life Insurance - AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability - Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity - Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection - Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance. Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the above except 401k \*\*Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.\*\* **Responsibilities** - Assist in washing and sanitizing dishes. - Assist in food preparation, serving, and maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in the kitchen and dining areas. - Check that plate and hot base lowerator is heated, steam table is properly heated. - Ensure that accurate serving portions and food items are on each tray before loading to the food cart. - Ensure that appropriate serving utensils are used; ensure that temperatures are within standards (all temperatures are logged and reviewed prior to tray-line). - During tray line, ensure that the trays are garnished, neatly arranged, silverware, cups, and dishes are clean and plate covers are dry. - After tray-line, check and record excess/shortage preparation, discuss with the supervisor. **Qualifications** - Food Handler’s permit/ServeSafe certification as per state requirements. - Must have the ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions in English. - Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families and to work cooperatively with other employees. - Must pass drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry. Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer