Compassionate Dietary Aide: Prep, Serve & Care

Blueridgesl; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Senior Living is seeking an Assist Dietary Cook/Dietary Aide to help prepare and serve meals for residents, following state and federal regulations. You will support culinary staff in daily tasks, prepare snacks, and help set up dining areas to ensure a pleasant dining experience.

The role requires basic high school education; prior dietary experience is not mandatory, though experience in long‑term care or hospital settings is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; not required dietary experience.
• Experience in long-term care or hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation according to menu and serving needs.
• Serve meals and take resident orders as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining and food prep areas according to procedures.
• Follow sanitation and safety standards.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation procedures

Communication

English reading/writing

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Stove

Oven

Mixer

Slicer

Job description

Blue Ridge Senior Living is seeking an Assist Dietary Cook/Dietary Aide to help prepare and serve meals for residents, following state and federal regulations. You will support culinary staff in daily tasks, prepare snacks, and help set up dining areas to ensure a pleasant dining experience.

The role requires basic high school education; prior dietary experience is not mandatory, though experience in long‑term care or hospital settings is a plus.