Diet Aide

About the Role

An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to work at Lake Macquarie Private Hospital on a causal basis. The role includes the identification and communication of special dietary needs to the Dietician and performing nutritional support tasks for patients within the Hospital as required by the Dietician.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Checking computerised ward bed lists
• Preparation and delivery of suitable menus to patients
• Assisting patients with choice
• Printing chef's list
• Awareness of patients with special dietary needs
• Check therapeutic meals stock

Our team prides itself on exceeding Ramsay’s high standard of care with a professional and positive attitude by creating a friendly, caring and comfortable environment for its patients.  

About You

To succeed in this role, you will be a qualified Diet Aide with a passion for culinary preparation and service. Ideally, you will bring experience within a clinical setting or in preparing food for medical patients. Strong organisational skills and the capacity to handle high volume catering workflows will be key to this role.

Essential Criteria:

• Certificate qualifications in Dietary Practices, Dietary Aide or equivalent
• Sound knowledge of nutrition
• Good standard of written and verbal communications skills
• Effective organisational skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
• Commitment to high quality patient care and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Sound computer skills in Microsoft products

Desirable Criteria:

• Minimum of 12 months relevant experience in a hospital setting
• Knowledge of kitchen hygiene

What’s in it for You: 

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including: 

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy 

• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more 

• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts 

• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7 

• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services. 

Why Join Ramsay: 

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are: 

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff 

• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally 

• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.