Dietary Aide-Bell Trace Health and Living

Cardon & Associates•Bloomington, IN

About The Position

The Dietary Aide supports residents’ nutritional and dietary needs in a senior living and skilled nursing facility. The role helps ensure meals are prepared, served, and delivered in accordance with dietary guidelines and individual resident care plans. Working with dietary and healthcare staff, the Dietary Aide maintains a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment. Attention to detail and food safety practices help prevent contamination and meet health regulations. The role contributes to residents’ quality of life by providing attentive food service tailored to their needs. CarDon describes its schedules as flexible, with full-time and part-time opportunities. The organization also highlights career growth and advancement opportunities, tuition assistance, CarDon University, and its Leadership Acceleration Path (LeAP).

Requirements

  • Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions accurately.
  • Patience and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with residents.
  • Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Nice To Haves

  • Certification in food handling or dietary aide training.
  • Experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare environment.
  • Understanding of special dietary needs related to senior health conditions.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Additional training in resident care or nutrition.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with preparing and serving meals according to prescribed dietary plans and facility standards.
  • Follow written and oral instructions to ensure accurate meal delivery and portion control.
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas, kitchen equipment, and utensils in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Collaborate with dietary staff, nursing staff, and other team members to meet residents’ nutritional needs.
  • Assist residents during mealtimes with patience and respect.

Benefits

  • Weekly pay, or daily pay if preferred.
  • Paid time off.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including pet insurance.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Access to CarDon University educational videos and skill-building opportunities.
  • Career advancement and leadership development opportunities through the Leadership Acceleration Path (LeAP).
  • Flexible full-time and part-time schedules.
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