Dietary Aide

Stellar Health Group; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Training programs

Job summary

Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dependable Dietary Aide to join the Food Services team. In this role, you will assist with meal preparation, delivery, and maintain a clean dining environment.

Working alongside the Dietitian and dietary team, you will help support the nutritional needs of residents. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while providing excellent service.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Reliable and dependable with a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact respectfully with residents, families, staff, and visitors.
• Ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move throughout the workday.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and additional hours.
• Previous dietary, food service, healthcare, or long-term care experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, meal service, and delivery of food trays.
• Prepare and deliver snacks according to residents’ needs.
• Serve meals using proper portion-control procedures.
• Ensure meals are attractive and appetizing.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen areas and food-service spaces.
• Maintain clean food storage areas.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Report concerns to the Dietitian or Director of Food Services.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Job description

Dietary Aide

Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Dietary Aide to join our Food Services team. In this role, you’ll help prepare, serve, and deliver meals and snacks to our residents while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

You’ll work alongside the Dietitian, Director of Food Services, and dietary team to support high-quality food service and the nutritional needs of our residents.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with food preparation, meal service, and delivery of food trays.

• Prepare and deliver snacks according to residents’ needs and established guidelines.

• Serve meals using proper portion-control procedures.

• Ensure meals are attractive, appetizing, and served appropriately.

• Clean and sanitize kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, and food-service spaces.

• Sweep and mop floors and maintain clean food storage areas.

• Follow food safety, sanitation, infection-control, and facility procedures.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Report concerns or issues to the Dietitian or Director of Food Services.

• Treat residents with dignity, respect, and confidentiality at all times.

• Work collaboratively with dietary staff and other members of the care team.

• Follow all applicable safety and workplace policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

• Reliable and dependable with a positive, team-oriented attitude.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to interact respectfully and professionally with residents, families, staff, and visitors.

• Ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions within the scope of the position.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move throughout the workday as required.

• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and additional hours when needed.

• Previous dietary, food service, healthcare, or long-term care experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a healthcare food-service environment and may involve:

• Working around hot food, kitchen equipment, and warm areas.

• Exposure to food odors and frequent interruptions.

• Potential exposure to infectious materials and healthcare-related conditions.

• Potential workplace hazards such as slips, falls, and burns.

All employees are expected to follow appropriate safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive wages + shift differentials

• Weekly pay!

• 6 paid holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Paid time off (PTO) for full-time employees

• 401(k)

• On-site employee education and training

• Supportive team environment

Why Join Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center?

At Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center, our team plays an important role in creating a comfortable and positive experience for our residents. As a Dietary Aide, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference every day while working as part of a supportive healthcare team.

If you’re dependable, compassionate, and enjoy working with people, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply Today

Join Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center and become part of a team dedicated to providing excellent care and service to our residents.

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