Diet Aide-Skilled Nursing -Full Time (43626)

Seacrest Village Retirement Communities; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Seacrest Village Retirement Communities in Encinitas, CA seeks a dietary aide to support resident nourishment and meal service. You will ensure meals meet prescribed diets and allergies, prepare nourishments, and maintain accurate dietary records.

The role involves collaborating with nursing staff to uphold resident comfort and safety. Qualifying candidates should have a Food Handler Certification, be able to pass a TB test and fingerprint clearance, and work to maintain a respectful, caring

Qualifications

• Must have a Food Handler Certification.
• Ability to serve meals according to prescribed diet orders and resident allergies.
• Maintain dietary records and adapt service to resident needs.
• Tally menus and inform cooks of special menu requirements.
• Pass pre-employment physical/TB test and obtain fingerprint clearance as required.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals according to prescribed diets and resident preferences.
• Prepare and deliver Nourishments at designated times; alert nurse upon arrival.
• Maintain up-to-date list of residents and nourishments.
• Tally selective menus before each meal; inform cook of special needs.
• Maintain current dietary records including diet orders, preferences, and allergies.

Skills

Food handling

Dietary compliance

Meal service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer care

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

DescriptionAt Seacrest Village, we foster a warm, inclusive environment where both staff and residents are treated with genuine respect and care. Nestled in the heart of Encinitas, a scenic coastal town, our facility offers not only state-of-the-art care, but also tranquil surroundings that uplift the spiritWhy You’ll Love Working With Us:Collaborate in an inclusive culture that values your voiceThrive in a workplace guided by compassion, respect, and integrity led by supportive leadershipGrow through ongoing professional development and recognitionFind purpose in work that truly makes a differenceAt Seacrest Village, your role goes beyond tasks, you become part of a compassionate circle of care that brings dignity, joy, and connection to every resident. Your kindness will be seen, valued, and celebrated every day.Come be part of something truly meaningful, in a place that feels like home.QualificationsAble to pass pre-employment physical/TB testObtain fingerprint clearance as required by our licensureFood Handler’s certification.Serve meals according to prescribed diet order/food allergies and resident preferences.Prepare and deliver Nourishments (10am, 3pm, & HS as requested) to Goldberg Healthcare & alert charge nurse upon arrival of nourishments.Maintain up-to-date list of residents assigned nourishments.Tally all selective menus prior to each meal & inform the cook of special menu needs prior to the meal.Maintain current dietary records to include Diet order/Drink preference/Adaptive equipment list, food allergies, food likes and dislikes.