Compassionate Dietary Aide: Nourish Seniors with Care

Dayspring of Wallace; Kansas; On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

DaySpring of Wallace is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will support meal preparation, portioning, serving, and sanitation while ensuring a positive dining experience for seniors.

The role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and excellent customer service. Previous food service is a plus, and the organization offers development opportunities within a caring senior care environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior food service experience preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work efficiently as part of a team.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal Assistance: Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and special requests.
• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas. Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Resident Support: Provide meal assistance to residents as needed, including helping with meal setup and serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols, including proper food storage, handling, and sanitation practices, to ensure food is safe for consumption.
• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies, checking inventory, and notifying the Dietary Manager of any shortages or supply needs.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the dietary team to ensure the kitchen and dining areas run smoothly, assisting with food prep and meal service as directed.
• Resident Engagement: Assist in fulfilling special dietary requests and ensuring residents’ individual preferences and needs are met during meal times.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Communication

Compassion

Customer service

Following directions

Education

High school diploma

Job description

DaySpring of Wallace is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will support meal preparation, portioning, serving, and sanitation while ensuring a positive dining experience for seniors.

The role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and excellent customer service. Previous food service is a plus, and the organization offers development opportunities within a caring senior care environment.