Compassionate Dietary Aide - Elevate Resident Dining

Yona Eagle; Straitsville (CT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our team to provide warm, friendly hospitality while supporting residents and dining operations. You will assist with meal preparation, serving, and maintaining clean dining areas under supervision.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and compliance with sanitation standards. Prior dietary aide experience and good communication are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a dietary aide.
• Further experience in customer service will be appreciated.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Apt in operating 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

Communication

Stamina

Sanitation & safety

Cooking equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in food services (plus)

Job description

Yona is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our team to provide warm, friendly hospitality while supporting residents and dining operations. You will assist with meal preparation, serving, and maintaining clean dining areas under supervision.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and compliance with sanitation standards. Prior dietary aide experience and good communication are essential for success in this position.