About this role
Dietary Aide
Location: St. Joseph Hospital – A Member of Catholic Health
Join St. Joseph Hospital, a proud member of Catholic Health, located in Bethpage, NY, St. Joseph is a 203-bed, community-focused hospital.
We’re looking for a reliable and service-oriented Dietary Aide to assist with meal service, food preparation, and sanitation—ensuring our patients, staff, and visitors receive nourishing meals in a clean and welcoming environment.
Job Details
Job Responsibilities:
• Deliver and collect patient meal trays
• Set up tray line stations and follow portion control guidelines
• Prepare salads, sandwiches, desserts, and restock floor refrigerators as needed
• Set up beverage carts and assist with special events as assigned
• Follow diet extensions and food safety guidelines to prevent cross-contamination
• Clean kitchen areas and sanitize equipment according to policy
• Sort, store, and handle utensils, food, and supplies properly
• Operate dish room station; record dishwasher temperatures
• Ensure work areas are clean and organized before breaks and at the end of the shift
• Adjust to changing assignments and complete tasks within designated timeframes
• Follow safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Job Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Prior food service experience helpful
• Basic knowledge of cleaning and food production equipment preferred
• Ability to read and write in English
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work as part of a team
Why Join Us:
- Competitive pay + differentials and benefits
- Tuition assistance
- Defined pension plan
- Growth-friendly culture
Salary Range
Starting from USD $25.59/Hr.
Be part of something meaningful. Help us care for our community with compassion and excellence.
Other facts
About Catholic Health
When it comes to health care, Long Islanders have a choice. And a great many choose Catholic Health, an integrated health care system with deep roots in Long Island. We’re known for our rich heritage, founded in faith, serving the health care needs of our community for more than one hundred years.
We’re known for delivering a quality patient experience that stands apart from other health care systems. We see patients and their families as human beings, with needs that go beyond the prescriptions and procedures. We listen and partner.
At Catholic Health, we’re committed to creating an exceptional experience of comprehensive care by pairing our phenomenal clinical abilities with the emotional support of the home. It’s through this blend of comfort and confidence that we have an innate understanding of our community and deliver peace of mind to those we serve.
This philosophy is backed by doctors, nurses, and medical professionals who are among the best in the country, for cardiology, oncology, orthopedic surgery, neuroscience, women’s health, pediatrics, and senior care.
Catholic Health is a leader in complex care, from minimally invasive solutions to robotic surgery and the pinpoint accuracy of non-invasive stereotactic radiation therapy as well as ambulatory procedures that pre-empt the need for hospitalization.
Beyond our hospitals, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers, Catholic Health members many hundreds of physician practices across Long Island and regional nursing service, helping you to stay on your personal path to optimal wellness.
It’s easy to see why Catholic Health is the go-to health care system for so many Long Islanders. We’re here for you, body and soul.
Our commitment is well-established, so we decided to shorten our name. Catholic Health Services of Long Island is now Catholic Health.
What you'll do
- The Dietary Aide is responsible for delivering and collecting patient meal trays, preparing food items, and ensuring cleanliness in kitchen areas. They must follow food safety guidelines and adjust to changing assignments.
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