Dietary Aide

Dietary Aide

Position Summary

The Dietary Aide prepares and serves nutritious, therapeutically appropriate meals and snacks in a safe, sanitary, and efficient manner. This position plays an important role in supporting resident satisfaction and quality care by providing excellent dining service and maintaining a clean food service environment.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to:

• Dietary Manager
• Morning Cook
• Late Cook

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals, snacks, and beverages according to resident diet orders and food safety standards.
• Take resident meal orders and provide friendly, respectful dining service.
• Ensure meals are accurate, appropriately portioned, and served at the proper temperature.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, dining area, and work environment.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils.
• Record required food and equipment temperatures.
• Receive, stock, and store food and supplies.
• Assist with special events, cleaning projects, and other department duties as assigned.
• Attend required training and work collaboratively with the dietary team.

Qualifications

• Previous food service, dietary, or healthcare experience preferred, but not required.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry food, supplies, and equipment throughout the shift.

Why Join Our Team?

• Make a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.
• Work in a supportive and team-oriented environment.
• Receive training and opportunities for professional growth.
• Be part of an organization committed to quality care, service excellence, and resident satisfaction.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.