Kitchen Help - PT Vacancies (4:15pm - 9:00pm)

Gracedale Nursing Home, located in a scenic rural area near Nazareth, Pennsylvania, has been a cornerstone of long-term care and rehabilitation services since the 1960s. As part of its dedication to providing exceptional healthcare, Gracedale serves residents within the Lehigh Valley and its neighboring communities. The establishment prides itself on a mission to deliver high-quality care in a cost-effective manner, while preserving the dignity and enhancing the quality of life for every individual they serve. Its vision is to be recognized as the preferred facility by both referral sources and prospective residents, as well as a top choice employer for dedicated staff members. The nursing home operates under the auspices of Northampton County and adheres strictly to equal employment opportunity policies, ensuring a discrimination-free work environment in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Currently, Gracedale Nursing Home is seeking a dedicated part-time Kitchen Help team member to join their Human Services department, specifically the Dining Services division. This role operates from 4:15 pm until 9:00 pm, providing essential support during meal service hours. The position offers an hourly wage of $14.77 and includes a weekend differential along with access to free daycare services, underscoring the employer's commitment to employee welfare. Responsibilities focus on assisting with meal preparation and service for long-term care residents, maintaining cleanliness in food preparation and dining areas, and supporting kitchen cooks in various tasks such as washing and peeling fresh produce, making sandwiches, and general food handling duties. The role involves operating kitchen equipment such as toasters, juice machines, and coffee makers, while upholding hygiene standards by using protective gloves and hair nets.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent and complete Feeding Program training to qualify. The position requires physical stamina, including the ability to stand for extended periods and lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Working conditions involve exposure to warm, humid environments and occasional contact with cleaning chemicals and kitchen machinery. Gracedale emphasizes thorough application submissions with complete work and education history; incomplete applications may be disqualified.

Joining Gracedale Nursing Home means becoming part of a team focused on compassionate care, professional growth, and community impact. The facility encourages applications from individuals committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable populations. In addition to competitive pay and supportive work conditions, the nursing home offers full-time employees comprehensive benefits packages covering medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans. Gracedale represents a career service with union representation through AFSCME Gracedale 1435, providing employees with a stable and supportive work environment. This Kitchen Help opportunity is ideal for those seeking meaningful part-time work in a respected healthcare setting with opportunities to contribute to quality resident care and the overall efficiency of dining operations.