Patient Food Service Associate; Apostolic Christian Village

Careers Opportunities at AVI Food systems

AVI Food systems is looking for a dedicated Patient Food Service Associate to join our team at Apostolic Christian Village in Rittman, OH. This Full-time position is vital in providing meal service delivery to patients, managing dietary requirements and upholding high-quality standards of service.

Career Path: Working as a dietary aide is often a starting point for those pursuing careers in nursing, nutrition, or healthcare management, providing valuable experience in a customer service environment.

Full-time scheduled hours for this position:

• 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Starting wage is $15/hr.

Founded in 1960,
AVI Food systems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Take patient menu selections and ensure compliance with prescribed diets (e.g., low-sodium, diabetic).
• Assemble meal trays according to specific diet orders, deliver accurately and timely to patient rooms, and retrieving them after mealtimes.
• Helping patients open containers, arrange utensils and communicate dietary concerns to nursing staff
• Observe and record patients’ food and liquid intake
• Clean and sanitize food preparation areas, wash dishes and maintain kitchen equipment to meet health and safety regulations

Requirements:

• Entry level, training provided
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to follow instructions and strong attention to detail
• Physical stamina for prolonged standing, walking and ability to push heavy food delivery carts
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with diverse patients and staff
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Training and growth opportunities

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE