Caring Culinary Aide: Serve Nutritious Meals

Aventura Healthcare Group; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventura Healthcare Group in Dayton, OH is seeking a Dietary Services Aide to help ensure residents receive nutritious, well-prepared meals in a clean dining environment.

You will set up dining areas, assist in meal preparation under supervision, deliver trays, and help with post-meal cleanup while maintaining high sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and physical stamina to thrive in a busy kitchen and dining room.

Qualifications

• Experience as a dietary aide with culinary and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines for hygienic operations.
• Ability to prepare meals per instructions using appropriate cookware.
• Friendly, with strong communication and teamwork.
• Physically fit for a fast-paced dining environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; food service certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up dining areas with cleanliness and order.
• Prepare meals under guidance, following safety standards.
• Deliver dishes and trays to rooms on schedule.
• Assist post-meal cleanup and plate collection.
• Maintain hygiene by disposing of leftovers and trash.
• Keep food stations clean and equipment maintained.
• Monitor inventory and stock levels for ingredients.
• Support kitchen equipment and appliance upkeep.

Skills

Dietary aide experience

Sanitation knowledge

Meal prep skills

Friendly communication

Physical stamina

HS diploma or cert

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Food service certification a plus

Job description

Aventura Healthcare Group in Dayton, OH is seeking a Dietary Services Aide to help ensure residents receive nutritious, well-prepared meals in a clean dining environment.

You will set up dining areas, assist in meal preparation under supervision, deliver trays, and help with post-meal cleanup while maintaining high sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and physical stamina to thrive in a busy kitchen and dining room.