Dietary Aide

Leewood Healthcare Center; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level opportunity

Training provided

Supportive team and leadership

Job summary

Leewood Healthcare Center is seeking dependable Dietary Aides to support meal service and food operations in a healthcare setting. You will ensure meals are served timely, accurate to diet orders, and presented in a clean, respectful manner.

This entry-level role emphasizes teamwork, nutrition, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction. Training is provided, with opportunities to contribute to resident care within all shifts and a supportive leadership environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
• Prior dietary or food service experience helpful but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and diet guidelines accurately.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up and assemble resident meal trays according to diet cards and menus
• Deliver meal trays to nursing units and retrieve trays after meals
• Assist with preparation of food items, snacks, and supplements as directed
• Prepare items for medication passes as scheduled
• Break down trays, operate dishwashing equipment, and properly store items
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and dining spaces
• Assist cooks and food services staff as needed
• Follow infection control, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Respond appropriately to requests from nursing staff and residents
• Adhere to HIPAA and resident confidentiality requirements

Skills

Meal service teamwork

English communication

Dependable & punctual

Follow dietary guidelines

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Full-Time | Part-Time | All Shifts Available

We are seeking dependable and team-oriented Dietary Aides to support meal service and food operations within the facility. This role is essential to ensuring residents receive meals that are timely, accurate to diet orders, and served in a clean and respectful manner.

This position is well suited for individuals who enjoy working as part of a team and understand the importance of nutrition, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and assemble resident meal trays according to diet cards and menus
• Deliver meal trays to nursing units and retrieve trays after meals
• Assist with preparation of food items, snacks, and supplements as directed
• Prepare items for medication passes as scheduled
• Break down trays, operate dishwashing equipment, and properly store items
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and dining spaces
• Assist cooks and food services staff as needed
• Follow infection control, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Respond appropriately to requests from nursing staff and residents
• Adhere to HIPAA and resident confidentiality requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
• Prior dietary or food service experience helpful but not required
• Ability to follow instructions and diet guidelines accurately
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively in English

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Lifting, carrying, and moving trays, dishes, and supplies
• Bending, stooping, and reaching as needed
• Exposure to kitchen and food service environments

Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

Why Join Us

• Entry-level opportunity in a healthcare environment
• Training provided
• Supportive team and leadership
• Opportunity to contribute to resident care and satisfaction