Highlights
Ensures menus are accurate according to prescribed dietary order utilizing appropriate information systems and by communicating with dietitians, food service associates, cooks, nursing staff and management regarding patient/resident care. We are comprised of a skilled and caring staff which provides seniors with Nursing Services, Therapeutic Recreation, Spiritual Services, and Social Services, aimed at caring for the whole individual.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Newington, CT |
Description
Job Description - Dietary Assistant - Skilled Nursing (26166083)
Job Description
Primary Location
: Connecticut-Newington-Jefferson House 1 John Stewart (10009)
Job
: Food Services / Dietary
Organization
: Jefferson House
Job Posting
: Oct 28, 2026
Dietary Assistant - Skilled Nursing - (26166083)
Description
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
At Jefferson House we provide excellent long-term care and rehabilitation services to seniors in the greater Hartford area for over 120 years. We are comprised of a skilled and caring staff which provides seniors with Nursing Services, Therapeutic Recreation, Spiritual Services, and Social Services, aimed at caring for the whole individual.
Obtains menu selections, preferences and allergies/intolerances from patients of all age groups. Ensures menus are accurate according to prescribed dietary order utilizing appropriate information systems and by communicating with dietitians, food service associates, cooks, nursing staff and management regarding patient/resident care.
Qualifications
Qualifications - External
- Very strong communication skills to listen to needs and communicate information precisely across departments
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
- Basic computer skills (email, internet)
- Able to meet deadlines and work well in a fast-paced work environment
- Patient, customer-service oriented approach to older adults
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Work Locations
:
Jefferson House 1 John Stewart (10009)
1 John H Stewart Drive
Newington 06111
Standard Hours Per Week: 16
Part-time (2 - 39 hours)
Shift Details: 6a-2:30p two days/week Every Other Weekend