Compassionate Senior Dining Aide

Twelve Oaks; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Twelve Oaks is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our culinary team, helping provide nutritious meals for residents and supporting daily kitchen operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and a passion for serving the elderly, with strong teamwork and communication skills. The role emphasizes safety, compassion, and a collaborative work environment on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal assistance: help prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans.
• Sanitation and cleanliness: maintain kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Resident support: assist with meal setup and serving to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Food safety: follow storage, handling, and sanitation protocols for safety.
• Inventory support: help receive and store food; notify manager of shortages.
• Team collaboration: work with dietary team to smooth operations.
• Resident engagement: accommodate special dietary requests and preferences.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Twelve Oaks is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our culinary team, helping provide nutritious meals for residents and supporting daily kitchen operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and a passion for serving the elderly, with strong teamwork and communication skills. The role emphasizes safety, compassion, and a collaborative work environment on site.