Compassionate Dietary Aide for Senior Living

Responsive Health Management Inc.; Wellington; On-site; NZD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Employee benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Support for personal and professional 

Job summary

Responsive Health Management Inc. is seeking a Dietary Aide for our retirement home in Wellington. The role involves assisting the cook, preparing meals, and delivering high-quality resident care within our mission.

The starting wage is $17.86/hour, with benefits and opportunities for growth. Responsibilities include team communication, participation in meetings, mentoring new staff, and adherence to health and safety standards as required by Public Health and ORCA regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in retirement home food service preferred.
• Or appropriate skills in institutional/health care/restaurant or hospitality food service to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental and town hall meetings.
• Ensure open communication between staff and team members.
• Encourage participation in Home committees/teams.
• Report observations to Food Service Manager regarding resident care and preferences.
• Mentor new staff and students.
• Support and promote a team approach.
• Deliver ongoing customer service with staff, residents, families, and the public.
• Ensure quality of life for residents via individualized care.
• Report faulty equipment and remove from unit.
• Complete documentation per shift (food temps, freezer, fridge, sanitizer, equipment checks).
• Understand quality indicators and participate in improving them.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Responsive Health Management Inc. is seeking a Dietary Aide for our retirement home in Wellington. The role involves assisting the cook, preparing meals, and delivering high-quality resident care within our mission.

The starting wage is $17.86/hour, with benefits and opportunities for growth. Responsibilities include team communication, participation in meetings, mentoring new staff, and adherence to health and safety standards as required by Public Health and ORCA regulations.