Dietary Aide

Cedar Mountain House; Brevard (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

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cedar Mountain House in North Carolina is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and support residents with nutritious meals in a respectful, patient-focused environment.

You will assist with meal prep, serving, sanitation, and food safety, while following dietary plans and collaborating with the dietary staff. No prior experience required though helpful; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Experience in a food service role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Meal assistance: prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans and requests.
• Sanitation & cleanliness: maintain kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Resident support: assist with meal setup, serving, and positive dining experience.
• Food safety: follow protocols for proper storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Inventory support: assist receiving, storing, inventory checks, notify shortages.
• Team collaboration: work with the dietary team to ensure smooth operations.
• Resident engagement: fulfill special dietary requests and preferences.

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting senior care through food and nutrition?

Cedar Mountain House is seeking an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents at Cedar Mountain House.

Why Join Cedar Mountain House?

At Cedar Mountain House, 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