Compassionate Dining Aide: Meals, Snacks & Sanitation

Aperion Care; Spring Valley (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal planning, preparation, serving, and ensuring compliance with food safety policies. You will follow planned menus, assist with dietary needs, and support sanitation and infection-control practices in a residential setting.

The role requires reading and understanding English, teamwork, and a willingness to handle residents with patience and respect. You will help with kitchen cleaning, food cart deliveries, and unloading supplies as directed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in food service areas.
• Show patience, tact, and cheerful disposition when assisting residents.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures.
• Must not pose a direct health or safety threat in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Review, prepare & serve meals according to planned menus.
• Ensure sanitary food preparation and adherence to Infection Control Precautions.
• Perform dishwashing and cleaning; deliver snacks and meals to residents.
• Maintain equipment and supplies; assist in kitchen tasks as directed.

Skills

Reading & Writing English

Patient & compassionate

Teamwork

Food safety awareness

Job description

Aperion Care is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal planning, preparation, serving, and ensuring compliance with food safety policies. You will follow planned menus, assist with dietary needs, and support sanitation and infection-control practices in a residential setting.

The role requires reading and understanding English, teamwork, and a willingness to handle residents with patience and respect. You will help with kitchen cleaning, food cart deliveries, and unloading supplies as directed.