Compassionate Dietary Aide — Meals, Service & Sanitation

Northway Health And Rehabilitation LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Northway Health and Rehabilitation LLC is seeking a Dietary Aide in Birmingham to support residents with meals, tray delivery, and sanitary kitchen operations. You will help ensure meals meet dietary guidelines while maintaining a clean dining environment.

The role emphasizes safe food handling, adherence to infection control, and assisting with daily kitchen tasks in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward the elderly and disabled.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, service, and delivery of meals and snacks.
• Perform daily and scheduled cleaning duties, including work areas, tables, appliances, and floors.
• Wash dishes and utensils; collect soiled trays and items from dining areas and properly store cleaned items.
• Check trays for completeness and accuracy according to menu and resident dietary preferences prior to meal distribution.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of raw and leftover foods.
• Support and carry out sanitation and infection control procedures.
• Follow all Universal Precautions, safety guidelines, sanitation procedures, and infection prevention policies.

Skills

Patience

English proficiency

Follow instructions

18+ age

Essential duties

Job description

Northway Health and Rehabilitation LLC is seeking a Dietary Aide in Birmingham to support residents with meals, tray delivery, and sanitary kitchen operations. You will help ensure meals meet dietary guidelines while maintaining a clean dining environment.

The role emphasizes safe food handling, adherence to infection control, and assisting with daily kitchen tasks in a long-term care setting.