Dietary Aide

ALG Senior; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; 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

Alamance House in Burlington, NC is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in preparing nutritious meals for residents. You will help with meal service, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and follow food safety protocols to ensure a positive dining experience.

Responsibilities include assisting with meal setup, inventory support, and collaboration with the dietary team to meet residents' dietary needs and preferences. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Meal assistance: prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans.
• Maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness and sanitation.
• Provide meal setup and serving support to residents for a positive dining experience.
• Adhere to food safety protocols and proper storage/handling.
• Assist with inventory and communicate shortages to the Dietetic Manager.
• Collaborate with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Support residents’ dietary preferences and special requests during meals.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation practices

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Alamance House?

At Alamance 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

If you're dedicated to helping seniors enjoy nutritious meals and want to make a positive impact, apply today to join the Alamance House team!