Diet Clerk (24 Hours / Every Other Weekend)

Diet Clerk (24 Hours / Every Other Weekend)Bangor, ME (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=44+Hogan+Rd+Bangor+ME+USA+04401-5602)Job TypePart-timeDescriptionWe are currently seeking a Diet Clerk to join our team in a 24-hour position with every other weekend rotation.Schedule24 hours per weekEvery other weekend requiredHours vary based on operational needs and may fall between 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PMPosition SummaryThe Diet Clerk supports the Dietary Department by assisting with meal service coordination, diet order management, menu updates, and communication between nursing, dietary staff, and residents. This role helps ensure that residents receive meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences while maintaining high standards of food service operations.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain and update resident diet lists and meal service recordsCommunicate diet changes and special requests with dietary and nursing staffAssist with menu planning and meal service coordinationEnsure compliance with therapeutic diets and dietary restrictionsSupport food service operations and assist with meal preparation as neededProvide excellent customer service to residents, families, and staffMaintain accurate documentation and departmental records, in accordance with State, Federal, and VA rules and regulationsWhy Join Us?Meaningful work serving Veterans and their familiesSupportive team environmentCompetitive pay and shift differentialsTapcheck benefit – access a portion of your earned wages before paydayOpportunity to make a daily difference in residents' livesIf you are passionate about nutrition, resident care, and working as part of a mission-driven team, we encourage you to apply.RequirementsPrior long-term care, healthcare, geriatric, and/or hospital experience preferredCooking experience preferredSupervisory experience preferredStrong organizational and communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively with clinical and dietary teams