Compassionate Dietary Aide - Meals & Patient Care

The Orchard; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orchard in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a dependable Dietary Aide to support meal preparation and service for residents. You will follow recipes, assist with dining areas, and ensure high food safety standards.

This role requires patience, strong communication with residents and team, and the ability to stand for long periods. A high school diploma or equivalent is expected, with food service certification a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; food service certification is a plus.
• Experience as a dietary aide or in customer service is preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Ability to prepare meals according to instructions and recipes.
• Good communication and physical stamina.

Responsibilities

• Patience and compassion when working with residents and family members.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members and team members.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions for meal orders, nutritional needs and recipes to ensure residents and patients receive appropriate food.
• Physical stamina to assist in food preparation and serving meals, helping residents with eating and cleaning up after meals.
• Preparing meals, snacks and beverages following specific procedures.
• Setting up tables or other dining areas with attention to cleanliness and order.
• Serving meals, ensuring food safety and hygiene procedures are followed at all times.
• 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.
• Taking inventory of kitchen supplies and food items.
• Staying current on the individual procedures and protocols for their facilities, including state-specified rules and regulations.
• Setting up and taking down dining areas and assisting with kitchen maintenance and general cleaning.

Skills

Dietary aide experience

Customer service

Sanitation and safety

Meal preparation

Cooking appliances operation

Communication skills

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food services certification (bonus)

Job description

The Orchard in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a dependable Dietary Aide to support meal preparation and service for residents. You will follow recipes, assist with dining areas, and ensure high food safety standards.

This role requires patience, strong communication with residents and team, and the ability to stand for long periods. A high school diploma or equivalent is expected, with food service certification a plus.