Compassionate Dietary Aide: Dining & Hospitality

The-Villages-of-Lapeer; Michigan; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Villages of Lapeer is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our team and support residents with nutritious meals in a warm, friendly environment.

You will assist in meal prep under supervision, deliver meals, and maintain cleanliness in dining areas while following sanitation guidelines. The role requires good communication, reliability, and physical stamina in a residential care setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a dietary aide.
• Customer service experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Able to operate cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances.
• Friendly with good communication skills.
• Good physical condition and stamina.
• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in food services is a plus.
• Must provide a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Set up tables or other dining areas with attention to cleanliness and order
• Prepare meals under the supervision of a dietary manager or cook
• Deliver dishes and trays at designated times and rooms
• Take down dining areas and collect plates, glasses etc
• Discard leftovers and take out garbage
• Clean food stations and wash dishes, cooking vessels and silverware
• Stock ingredients and monitor inventory
• Assist in keeping track of expenses and menu planning
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and appliances

Skills

Dietary aide experience

Customer service

Sanitation knowledge

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food service certification (plus)

Job description

The Villages of Lapeer is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our team and support residents with nutritious meals in a warm, friendly environment.

You will assist in meal prep under supervision, deliver meals, and maintain cleanliness in dining areas while following sanitation guidelines. The role requires good communication, reliability, and physical stamina in a residential care setting.