Dietary Aide

Platinum Communities • Stevens Point, WI

2d

About The Position

The Dietary Aide supports the Dietary Supervisor and Cook with preparing, serving, and cleaning up meals for residents and tenants in an assisted living environment. The role helps keep food preparation areas clean, sanitary, and organized while maintaining a safe, respectful, dignified, and caring environment for residents, families, guests, and team members. The Dietary Aide responds to resident and family requests and dietary needs, follows food-safety and confidentiality requirements, and complies with community policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.

Requirements

• Must be at least 14 years of age.
• Ability to read, speak, and write in English.
• Flexible availability, including the ability to work weekends, holidays, and occasional extra shifts as needed.
• Must have or be willing to obtain CBRF/RCAC certifications, if required by the community.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize duties in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism while working with elderly and/or vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clean the dining room before and after meals.
• Assist with basic meal preparation and meal service according to the planned menu.
• Help feed residents or tenants who need assistance, following safe feeding practices.
• Practice proper sanitary food-handling techniques and safe work habits.
• Clean the kitchen and surfaces according to sanitation schedules.
• Support a dignified, respectful, and caring atmosphere with residents, tenants, families, guests, and team members.
• Interact cooperatively and compassionately with residents and tenants to promote a healthy, resident-focused environment.
• Respond promptly and positively to resident and family requests and dietary needs.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding resident and tenant information and company operations in compliance with HIPAA and company policies.
• Attend and actively participate in required meetings and in-service training.
• Follow community policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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