Dietary Aide

SOUTHMINSTER INC • Charlotte, NC

79d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring compassionate, dependable Dietary Aides to support meal service and nutrition needs for our residents. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, providing excellent service, and helping create a safe, welcoming dining experience. You will play an important role in residents’ daily well-being by helping ensure they receive safe, nutritious, and enjoyable meals. If you are reliable, caring, team-oriented, and ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply. Southminster is open year-round, which will require availability to work evenings, some weekends, and holidays. Make a difference where it matters. Apply today and become a part of a team that truly cares. We are a drug-free workplace. EEO & E-verify employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to use sound judgment and initiative when serving food, responding to resident needs, and completing assigned duties
• Ability to safely perform kitchen, cleaning, meal-service, and resident-assistance duties
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to meet time schedules.
• Ability to deal with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work effectively with residents, co-workers, and family members.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a healthcare, long-term care, senior living, or geriatric setting preferred
• Basic knowledge of nutrition and therapeutic diets preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation, tray assembly, and meal service according to menu and resident diet requirements
• Place food on trays and plates in correct portions and an attractive manner
• Set up dining rooms and resident trays accurately and neatly
• Work the steam table in assigned neighborhood kitchens
• Deliver meals, snacks, supplements, ice water, and nourishments at the correct time
• Assist residents with meals and feeding as needed
• Monitor and document meal intake, calorie counts, and intake/output as assigned
• Follow resident care plans and accommodate approved last-minute diet changes or resident requests
• Maintain proper food temperatures, record temperatures, and follow food-safety procedures
• Clean and sanitize kitchen work areas, cookware, utensils, equipment, storage areas, and nourishment refrigerators
• Maintain a clean, safe, and attractive environment for residents and coworkers
• Follow all safety, infection-control, dietary, and facility policies
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with residents, families, nursing staff, and coworkers
• Support new team member orientation and work effectively as part of a team
• Maintain reliable attendance, punctuality, and professional appearance
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during the event of a fire, if necessary.

Benefits

• Up to 6% employer match on our 403(b) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance for full-time team members
• Generous paid time off for full-time team members
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• On-site $5 team member meal benefit
• On-site fitness center, consignment shop, and pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED