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Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Jonesboro, AR · On-site

$15/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE positions. * Location : NEA ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Shreveport, LA · On-site

$14/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE positions. * Location : Ochsner ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Kenner, LA · On-site

$15/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE positions. * Location : Oschner ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Sentara

Patient Dining Associate

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$16.50 - $20.75/hr

... Assist dietitian with monitoring of patients on NPO, clear liquid and full liquid diets and ... Patient Dining Associate, Catering, Food Service, Server . Benefits: Caring For Your Family and ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Fairhope, AL · On-site

$14.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE positions. * Location : Thomas ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Alabaster, AL · On-site

$14/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE positions. * Location : Baptist ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Edgerton, WI · On-site

$16/hr

Unidine is hiring immediately for a PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE position. * Location : Edgerton ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Edgerton, WI

$16/hr

Unidine is hiring immediately for a PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE position. * Location: Edgerton ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Memphis, TN · On-site

$17/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$15/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE positions ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Pepper Pike, OH

$18/hr

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) Morrison Healthcare is looking for part & full-time Patient ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Pikeville, KY

$13.90/hr

Prior patient dining experience and basic people skills required. * Pay Range: $13.40 per hour to ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

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Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$14/hr

Prior patient dining experience preferred. Willing to train! * Perks: Shift meal! Uniform ! Free ... Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures. * Assist dietitians ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient dining assistant in the United States is $21.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectPatient Dining AssistantPatient Care Assistant
CertificationsFood safety, basic health & safetyCPR, first aid, basic healthcare training
Work EnvironmentHospital cafeterias, patient dining areasPatient rooms, healthcare facilities
Job FocusMeal service, dietary assistanceBasic patient care, vital signs

The Patient Dining Assistant primarily focuses on meal service and dietary support within healthcare settings, while the Patient Care Assistant provides broader patient care duties. Both roles work in healthcare environments but differ in responsibilities and required certifications. Patients benefit from specialized support tailored to their nutritional and care needs in each role.

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PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Compass Group

Jonesboro, AR • On-site

$15/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 1,052 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

298th of 424 rated business services

Job description

  • We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE positions.
  • Location: NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital - 4800 East Johnson Avenue, Jonesboro, AR 72405. Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Full time schedule. Hours and days may vary, including rotating weekends and holidays. Further details upon interview.
  • Requirement: Prior dining experience preferred.
  • Perks: Willing to train!
  • Pay Rate: $13.37 per hour to $15.00 per hour.

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. At Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, you'll join a culture that values caring for people, fostering belonging, and creating moments that truly matter. Here, your work has purpose: to nourish patients, caregivers, and communities while upholding the highest standards of detail, quality, and excellence in every meal served.
For more than 70 years, Morrison has supported leading health systems nationwide with culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise. With more than 31,000 dedicated team members, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, we empower and uplift each other by working together, take responsibility for our commitments, and believe in helping one another achieve more together by realizing our unlimited potential.
Job Summary
Patient Dining Associates work on assigned units in a healthcare facility, and provide services that include helping patients make menu selections, assemble, deliver and pick-up their meal trays. They are part of the caregiving team, responsible for patient safety and satisfaction goals by making sure meals are accurate and delivered at the right time and temperature.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Help patients understand their menu selections and work with nursing to ensure sure their orders comply with their nutritional requirements or restrictions.
  • Work with the caregivers and culinary team to determine menu alternatives for patients with food allergies and sensitivities; cultural, ethnic and religious preferences; or when a patient inquires about additional selections.
  • Manage tray tickets and assemble meals according to each patient's menu selection in a timely and accurate manner. Retrieve trays from patient rooms at assigned times.
  • Complies with regulator agency standards, including federal, state and JCAHO. Adhere to facility confidentiality and the patient's rights policy as outlined in the facility's Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) policies and procedures.
  • Follows Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines when handling food, cleaning work stations and breaking down patient tray line.
  • Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures.
  • Assist dietitians, such as helping monitor patients who cannot eat food through their mouth, are on liquid diets or have a specific calorie count to manage.
  • Communicate problems or concerns with patients to appropriate personnel in a timely manner, following department procedures.
  • Complete all daily, weekly or monthly reports as outlined in the Morrison Healthcare policies and procedures.
  • Comply with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations, as well as department sanitation procedures.
  • Performs other duties assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English.
  • Basic computer and mathematical skills.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds, as well as maneuver and push food delivery carts.

BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS
  • Full-time and part-time positions are offered the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
  • Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf
Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.
Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

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