Dietary Aide / Kitchen Staff

Colonial Health Care • Lincoln, ME

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About The Position

Colonial Health Care, a Maine-owned and operated nursing facility in Lincoln, Maine, is seeking a Dietary Aide to join its food and nutrition program. The Dietary Aide works alongside Dietary Managers and Cooks to prepare and serve meals and help maintain a safe, clean, welcoming dining environment for residents. The facility provides onboarding, training, and staff growth opportunities, and describes the role as a potential starting point for careers in cooking, management, or clinical fields such as CNA, nursing, and activities. The schedule includes day and evening shifts and every other weekend.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• No prior experience is necessary; training is provided.
• Job offers are contingent on excellent references and passing the Maine State Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals, snacks, and beverages according to facility procedures.
• Serve residents while maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
• Set up and take down dining areas.
• Assist with general kitchen maintenance.
• Help track kitchen supplies and food items.
• Stay current on facility protocols and state regulations.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) available to all employees.
• Tuition reimbursement and dedicated education support.
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer contribution.
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits for full-time staff.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discounts through Vizient.
• Holiday pay.
• Annual performance pay rate increases.
• Earn-while-you-learn opportunities.
• Generous earned-benefit time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed