Dietary Aide

Autumn Village; Beulaville (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Autumn Village is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and help provide nutritious meals to residents. You will assist with meal preparation, service, and ensuring dietary plans are followed in a supportive dining environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and a desire to work with the elderly; food safety knowledge and strong communication are essential. We offer competitive salary, health insurance, PTO, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a food service role (preferred).
• 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: prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans and requests.
• Sanitation: maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Resident support: assist with meal setup and serving for a positive dining experience.
• Food safety: follow storage, handling, and sanitation protocols.
• Inventory support: assist receiving and storing food; flag shortages.
• Team collaboration: work with dietary team to keep kitchen/dining operations smooth.
• Resident engagement: accommodate special dietary requests and preferences.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Compassion

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting senior care through food and nutrition?
Autumn Village is seeking an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents at Autumn Village.

Why Join Autumn Village?

At Autumn Village, we foster a culture of compassion, leadership, and growth—for our residents and our team. We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meal Assistance: Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and special requests.
• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas. Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Resident Support: Provide meal assistance to residents as needed, including helping with meal setup and serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols, including proper food storage, handling, and sanitation practices, to ensure food is safe for consumption.
• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies, checking inventory, and notifying the Dietary Manager of any shortages or supply needs.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the dietary team to ensure the kitchen and dining areas run smoothly, assisting with food prep and meal service as directed.
• Resident Engagement: Assist in fulfilling special dietary requests and ensuring residents' individual preferences and needs are met during meal times.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Previous experience in a food service role (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