Compassionate Senior Dining Aide

Hickory Village; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hickory Village is seeking a motivated Dietary Aide to assist in preparing, portioning, and serving nutritious meals to residents. You will help maintain kitchen cleanliness, follow safety protocols, and support the dietary team to deliver a positive dining experience.

This role emphasizes compassion for the elderly, strong teamwork, and customer service. Prior food service experience is a plus, and a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous food service experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is required.
• Ability to follow directions and work efficiently as part of a team.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Meal Assistance: Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans.
• Sanitation & cleanliness: Maintain kitchen and dining areas, wash dishes and equipment.
• Resident Support: Assist with meal setup, serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols and proper storage/handling.
• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving, storing, and reporting shortages.
• Team Collaboration: Work with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Resident Engagement: Fulfill special dietary requests and respect residents’ preferences.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hickory Village is seeking a motivated Dietary Aide to assist in preparing, portioning, and serving nutritious meals to residents. You will help maintain kitchen cleanliness, follow safety protocols, and support the dietary team to deliver a positive dining experience.

This role emphasizes compassion for the elderly, strong teamwork, and customer service. Prior food service experience is a plus, and a high school diploma or equivalent is required.