Compassionate Dietary Aide – Meal Service & Safety

Temple Manor Nursing Home; Temple (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Temple Manor Nursing Home in Temple, OK is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to assist in preparing, serving, and delivering meals to residents. You will help ensure meals meet dietary guidelines, safety standards, and resident preferences, while supporting a clean and organized food service area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to infection control, and respectful resident interaction during meals and snack service. Prior food service experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and infection control practices.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 25–50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation and serving according to approved menus and dietary specifications.
• Deliver meals to residents in a timely and courteous manner.
• Ensure proper portion sizes and accommodate special diets, allergies, or texture modifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas, kitchen, and equipment.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment according to safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with inventory management, stocking supplies, and reporting shortages.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and facility protocols.
• Provide friendly, respectful interaction with residents during meals and snack service.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Temple Manor Nursing Home in Temple, OK is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to assist in preparing, serving, and delivering meals to residents. You will help ensure meals meet dietary guidelines, safety standards, and resident preferences, while supporting a clean and organized food service area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to infection control, and respectful resident interaction during meals and snack service. Prior food service experience is preferred but not required.