Dietary Aides, Healthcare
Job Description
Park Meadows Health and Rehab Center is looking for Dietary staff.
Job Summary:A Dietary Aide assists in the preparation, serving, and cleanup of meals for residents in a nursing home. The role focuses on ensuring residents receive nutritious, safe, and properly prepared meals in accordance with dietary guidelines, physician orders, and state health regulations.
What we offer you:
PayActiv, Access to Earned Income Prior to Pay Day
401K retirement plan.
Employee Appreciation Events
ABOUT PARK MEADOWS - Located in Gainesville, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect, dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!
Key Responsibilities:Prepare and portion food items according to menus and dietary plans
Serve meals and beverages to residents, including those with special dietary needs (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, pureed diets)
Assist residents who may need help eating (in some facilities)
Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining areas, and equipment
Wash dishes, utensils, and food prep areas
Follow proper food safety and sanitation guidelines (per Florida health standards)
Store food properly and monitor temperatures
Work with dietary staff and healthcare team to meet residents’ nutritional needs
Report any issues with food quality or resident intake
High school diploma or GED (often preferred, not always required)
Food handler certification (may be required in Florida or provided on the job)
Ability to follow instructions and dietary guidelines
Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation
Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift light to moderate weight
Attention to detail
Time management
Teamwork
Communication skills
Compassion and patience (especially when working with elderly residents)
Nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or rehabilitation centers
Fast-paced kitchen and dining settings
May include weekends, holidays, and shift work
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer https://www.eeoc.gov/posterOur facility uses the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse, 435.12, Florida Statutes. Learn more at https://info.flclearinghouse.com
