Compassionate Senior Dining & Nutrition Aide

ALG Senior; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wellington House is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will assist with meal preparation, serve residents, and help maintain sanitation and safety in a compassionate environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, basic food safety knowledge, and strong communication skills to support residents and collaborate with the dietary team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food safety knowledge and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work in 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: Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Resident Support: Assist with meal setup, serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: Follow food safety protocols, proper storage, handling and sanitation.
• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies, notify Dietary Manager of shortages.
• Team Collaboration: Work with dietary team to ensure smooth operation of kitchen and dining areas.
• Resident Engagement: Fulfill special dietary requests and meet residents' preferences during meals.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer service

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wellington House is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will assist with meal preparation, serve residents, and help maintain sanitation and safety in a compassionate environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, basic food safety knowledge, and strong communication skills to support residents and collaborate with the dietary team.