Dietary Aide

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dietary Aide to join our team during the evening shift. This role is essential in providing high-quality meal service and nutritional support within a healthcare or assisted living environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in food handling, food preparation, and customer service, with a strong focus on sanitation and safety standards. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of residents while working in a supportive and team-oriented setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation, plating, and serving nutritious meals to residents or patients in accordance with dietary guidelines.
• Ensure proper food handling, sanitation, and cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas in compliance with health regulations.
• Support dietary department tasks such as bussing tables, cleaning dishes, and maintaining storage areas.
• Follow safety protocols related to food safety, sanitation, and infection control.
• Help with inventory management by organizing supplies and monitoring expiration dates.
• Provide courteous customer service to residents or patients, addressing their dietary needs and preferences.
• Assist with meal delivery within the facility, ensuring timely service during the evening shift.
• Support special dietary requests or modifications as directed by dietitians or nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in assisted living, nursing home, hospital, or food service industry preferred; culinary or dietary aide experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of food production, food safety standards, sanitation practices, and proper food handling procedures.
• Strong time management skills to efficiently prepare and serve meals within scheduled times.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service skills with a caring attitude towards residents or patients.
• Basic culinary skills including meal preparation and food presentation are desirable.
• Familiarity with cleaning protocols related to kitchen sanitation and infection control standards.
• Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety during the evening shift. This position is integral to ensuring residents receive nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming environment while supporting their overall health and comfort.

Customer Service

Food safety

Attention to detail

Patient Interaction 

Dietary Aide experience

Food warming and holding units

Dining aids

Food Service thermometers