Compassionate Dietary Aide — Elevate Senior Dining

Lineage Care Group; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid Weekly

Referral Bonus Plan

Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K

Onsite Child Daycare

Wellness Center/Gym

Uniform Allowance

Free Parking

Job summary

GreenFields Health and Rehabilitation in Lancaster, NY is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join our skilled care and rehabilitation facility. You will help provide safe, nutritious meals and beverages while ensuring a positive dining experience for residents, supporting their wellbeing and recovery in a team-focused environment.

The role involves operating kitchen equipment, preparing meals, and assisting with special diets.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or hospitality is helpful, especially in healthcare or senior living settings.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact respectfully with residents, families, and staff.
• Compassion and patience when assisting elderly residents, including those with mobility or cognitive challenges.
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation guidelines consistently.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment, including ovens, steam wells, microwaves, coffee systems, and dishwashers.
• Prepare and serve meals, beverages, and desserts following proper portions and food safety standards.
• Use adaptive equipment to meet residents’ needs and assist with special diets or thickened liquids.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas, equipment, and dining spaces.
• Support training of new team members and attend ongoing in-service programs.
• Follow proper handwashing, glove use, and safe food handling practices at all times.
• Ensure meals are presented neatly, with proper garnishing and plating.
• Adhere to dress code, attendance, and safety policies while promoting the wellbeing of our residents.

Skills

Food service experience

Communication

Compassion

Safety and sanitation

Job description

GreenFields Health and Rehabilitation in Lancaster, NY is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join our skilled care and rehabilitation facility. You will help provide safe, nutritious meals and beverages while ensuring a positive dining experience for residents, supporting their wellbeing and recovery in a team-focused environment.

The role involves operating kitchen equipment, preparing meals, and assisting with special diets.