Dietary Aide

Now Hiring Dietary Aides: Full-Time & Part-Time

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.

Available Shifts

• Full-Time, 1st Shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with every other weekend required
• Part-Time, 1st Shift: Six shifts per week scheduled between 6:00 AM and 7:30 PM, with every other weekend required

Benefits

Eligible team members may receive:

• 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
• Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit

Dietary Aide 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

Qualifications

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

Why Join Our Team?

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

• 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.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during the event of a fire, if necessary.