About this role
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.