Dietary Aide
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Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
Crosby, MN, US
Summary
The Dietary Aide is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals to patients, residents, and staff while adhering to nutritional standards. They must maintain high levels of sanitation and service across all food service areas including the cafeteria and patient rooms.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Main Campus - Crosby, MN, Position Type: Part-time (.9 FTE, 72 hours/pay period), Salary Range: $17.95 - $20.59, Job Shift: 8-hour Varied Shift, Job Category: Every 3rd weekend, Nourish lives with high-quality meal service.Join Our Team at Cuyuna Regional Medical CenterAt Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC), we're more than just a healthcare organization - we're a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact. For more than 60 years, we've been providing compassionate, high-quality care in the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area and beyond. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and putting people first - both our patients and our employees. Whether you're on the front lines of patient care or supporting operations behind the scenes, you'll find a culture of collaboration, growth, and respect. If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, we invite you to join us at CRMC and be part of something bigger. A Day in the Life of a Dietary AideA Dietary Aide is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals to patients, residents, and staff, ensuring nutritional standards and physician's orders are met. The role requires maintaining impeccable service and sanitation levels in all food service areas, including the dining room, room service, cafeteria, and at special catered events. Challenges include adapting to diverse dietary needs and preferences while managing time efficiently during busy meal services. Collaboration with the nutrition team and other healthcare staff is essential to align food service with overall health goals. The position expects flexibility and creative problem-solving in dynamically changing environments. About the Culinary Services Department Fresh Meals Served with CareIn Culinary Services at CRMC, we provide fresh, high-quality meals that fuel healing, comfort families, and keep healthcare workers energized. Whether preparing nutritious, patient-specific meals for hospital room service or serving employees in the cafeteria, our team blends hospitality, dietary expertise, and culinary creativity to meet a variety of dietary needs and preferences. We take pride in making mealtime a bright spot for patients and a welcoming experience for staff. Ideal Candidate (What will make you a great fit!)Fast and consistent with prep workFriendly and service-mindedHandles pressure with easeKeeps a clean, safe stationCommunicates clearly with teammatesFollows health code standardsQualifications: Education and ExperienceRequiredN/APreferredPrevious experience in food service, commercial housekeeping, or janitorial field Compensation and BenefitsThe pay range is listed above. Actual pay rate offered is determined based on experience in this role. Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application.Cuyuna Regional Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees. Eligible employees receive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, life insurance, and employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan. Additional benefits include paid time off, participation in 401(k) and 457(b) plans, educational assistance and reimbursement, an employee assistance program, work-life balance support, gym membership and other discounts, and employee recognition programs.
A full job description is provided when an interview is scheduled. If needed, you may request a copy earlier by emailing us at [email protected].
CRMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veteran). If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-546-4415 or email [email protected] for assistance.
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is a nonprofit critical access hospital serving the Brainerd Lakes region of Minnesota with comprehensive primary and specialty care.
Founded in 1964 through community support, CRMC remains rooted in the independence and resilience that define the Cuyuna Range. Today, we care for more than 60,000 residents across Aitkin, Brainerd, Baxter, Crosby, Crosslake, Deerwood, Ironton, Longville, Nisswa, Pequot Lakes, Pine River, and surrounding rural communities.
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿
• 25-bed critical access hospital
• Primary and specialty care clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point, Longville, and Super One in Crosby
• Nisswa clinic opening Spring/Summer 2026
• Emergency services, surgery, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation
• Senior living in partnership with Presbyterian Homes & Services
Despite our rural location, CRMC has made significant investments in advanced technology and specialty services, reducing the need for patients to travel outside the region for care.
𝗕𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀
• 133+ physicians and advanced practice providers
• Nearly 900 employees
• 240,000+ outpatient visits annually
• 10,600+ emergency department visits
• 232 babies delivered in FY2024
From three physicians and 20 employees to a regional healthcare leader generating more than $190 million in annual net patient revenue, CRMC continues to grow through innovation, strong leadership, and community trust.
We remain committed to delivering personalized, compassionate care close to home — today and for generations to come.
Founded
1964
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Crosby, MN
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is a nonprofit critical access hospital serving the Brainerd Lakes region of Minnesota with comprehensive primary and specialty care.
Founded in 1964 through community support, CRMC remains rooted in the independence and resilience that define the Cuyuna Range. Today, we care for more than 60,000 residents across Aitkin, Brainerd, Baxter, Crosby, Crosslake, Deerwood, Ironton, Longville, Nisswa, Pequot Lakes, Pine River, and surrounding rural communities.
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿
• 25-bed critical access hospital
• Primary and specialty care clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point, Longville, and Super One in Crosby
• Nisswa clinic opening Spring/Summer 2026
• Emergency services, surgery, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation
• Senior living in partnership with Presbyterian Homes & Services
Despite our rural location, CRMC has made significant investments in advanced technology and specialty services, reducing the need for patients to travel outside the region for care.
𝗕𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀
• 133+ physicians and advanced practice providers
• Nearly 900 employees
• 240,000+ outpatient visits annually
• 10,600+ emergency department visits
• 232 babies delivered in FY2024
From three physicians and 20 employees to a regional healthcare leader generating more than $190 million in annual net patient revenue, CRMC continues to grow through innovation, strong leadership, and community trust.
We remain committed to delivering personalized, compassionate care close to home — today and for generations to come.
Founded
1964
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Crosby, MN