Compassionate Dietary Aide: Flexible Meal Support

Briarcliff-Health-and-Rehabilitatio; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Telehealth

Job summary

Briarcliff Health and Rehabilitation in South Bend, IN is seeking a friendly Dietary Aide to join our food service team. You will help prepare and serve meals, keep the dining room clean, and interact with residents.

No experience required—we will train you and support your growth in a caring, mission‑driven environment. Responsibilities include setting up dining areas, delivering meal trays per resident diets, maintaining safety and sanitation, and assisting with meal selections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Food handler certification required or must obtain within 30 days.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.
• No experience required — we will train you.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down the dining room before and after each meal service
• Deliver meal trays to residents according to dietary orders
• Verify each tray is correct before delivery
• Assist residents with meal selection and accommodate preferences
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes and kitchen equipment
• Clean and sanitize prep surfaces and dining areas
• Label, date, and store food items using FIFO
• Monitor and record food temperatures per safety guidelines
• Restock dining room and kitchen supplies
• Report resident food refusals or low intake to the nurse or Dietary Manager

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Team player

Flexible

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Briarcliff Health and Rehabilitation in South Bend, IN is seeking a friendly Dietary Aide to join our food service team. You will help prepare and serve meals, keep the dining room clean, and interact with residents.

No experience required—we will train you and support your growth in a caring, mission‑driven environment. Responsibilities include setting up dining areas, delivering meal trays per resident diets, maintaining safety and sanitation, and assisting with meal selections.