Compassionate Senior Living Dietary Aide

Willow Ridge Memory Care; Hope Park (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; 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

Willow Ridge Memory Care is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will help prepare, portion, and serve meals according to dietary plans, while maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen and dining areas.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (or equivalent), strong food safety knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Previous experience in a food service role is preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work efficiently as part of 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 kitchen and dining area cleanliness and organization; wash dishes and equipment.
• Resident Support: Provide meal setup, serving, and a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols, including storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving and storing food; notify shortages to the Dietary Manager.
• Team Collaboration: Work with the dietary team to keep kitchen and dining areas running smoothly.
• Resident Engagement: Fulfill special dietary requests and respect residents' preferences.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Empathy

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Willow Ridge Memory Care is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will help prepare, portion, and serve meals according to dietary plans, while maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen and dining areas.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (or equivalent), strong food safety knowledge, and excellent communication skills.