Dietary Aide Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• GED or high school diploma required.
• At least 1 year of experience in food preparation and service.
• Food Handlers Certification required within 14 days.
• Dementia training required.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills, and flexibility.
• Proficiency with kitchen and cleaning equipment, including an extractor, vacuum, culinary machinery, and mop and bucket.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 50 lbs and push 250 lbs in a wheelchair or cart.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, squat, bend, and perform repetitive arm and hand movements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience serving residents with dementia is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals and provide personalized dining support to Memory Care residents.
• Maintain food at safe temperatures and follow proper food-handling procedures.
• Assist with pre-meal preparation, short-order cooking, and post-meal cleanup.
• Mop floors, clean bases, and complete periodic deep cleaning.
• Ensure necessary supplies are stocked for Memory Care service.
• Communicate changes in resident behavior or needs to nursing staff.
• Follow the Employee Handbook, policies, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)