Dietary Aide

Yancey House; Burnsville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Yancey House is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our culinary team, providing nutritious meals and compassionate support for residents. You will help prepare and serve meals, maintain cleanliness, and ensure safe food handling in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes following dietary plans, engaging residents with a positive dining experience, and participating in inventory and teamwork to support high-quality elder care.

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.

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 storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Inventory support: assist in receiving, storing, and noting shortages.
• Team collaboration: work with dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Resident engagement: fulfill special dietary requests and respect individual preferences.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Compassion for elderly

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Yancey House?

At Yancey 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