Dietary Aide

Job Summary
Join our dedicated team as a Dietary Aide, where your enthusiasm and attention to detail will play a vital role in delivering exceptional nutritional care and service. In this energetic position, you will assist in food preparation, service, and sanitation within a supportive environment that values compassion and teamwork. Your efforts will directly contribute to the well-being and satisfaction of residents in assisted living, nursing homes, or hospital settings. This paid position offers an opportunity to develop culinary skills, gain valuable experience in food handling and safety, and make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food production and meal preparation according to dietary guidelines and safety standards.
• Serve meals to residents or patients with professionalism and courtesy, ensuring proper portioning and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas, dining spaces, and food service equipment through regular cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing.
• Support food handling procedures by following proper hygiene practices to ensure food safety compliance.
• Buss tables, clear trays, and assist with dishwashing to promote a clean dining environment.
• Help with food storage, inventory management, and restocking supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to ensure timely delivery of meals and accommodate special dietary needs or restrictions.
• Follow all sanitation protocols related to cooking, serving, cleaning, and overall kitchen operations.
• Assist in general kitchen duties such as cooking, meal assembly, and food presentation under supervision.
• Provide excellent customer service by engaging positively with residents or patients during meal times.
• Support dietary department activities by adhering to food safety regulations and participating in sanitation routines.

Experience

• Prior experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or the food industry is preferred but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates.
• Demonstrated ability to handle food safely and maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
• Experience in food production, serving, or culinary tasks is advantageous.
• Strong time management skills to efficiently support meal schedules and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of dietary guidelines or dietetics is a plus but not mandatory; willingness to learn is essential.
• Customer service experience that highlights your ability to interact compassionately with residents or patients is valued. Join us as a Dietary Aide where your energy fuels our mission to provide nourishing meals with care This role offers meaningful work in a dynamic environment—perfect for those passionate about supporting health through quality food service while developing valuable culinary skills.

Pay: From $19.18 per hour

Work Location: In person