Dietary Aide

Yona Eagle; Cedar Grove (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our team in New Jersey. You will help prepare meals, set up dining areas, and deliver trays to residents with a friendly, service-oriented approach.

Responsibilities include sanitation, stock management, and assisting in menu planning under the guidance of dietary leadership. A high school diploma is required; food service certification is a plus and customer service experience is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food safety knowledge is preferred.
• Experience in dietary aide or customer service is appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Set up dining areas with cleanliness and order.
• Prepare meals under supervision of dietary manager or cook.
• Deliver dishes and trays on schedule to rooms.
• Clear dining areas and collect plates and utensils.
• Discard leftovers and manage waste.
• Clean food stations and sanitize cookware and utensils.
• Stock ingredients and monitor inventory.
• Assist with expenses tracking and menu planning.
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and appliances.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Friendly demeanor

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food service certification (a plus)

Job description

Come rise above with Yona!

Our employees are instrumental in maintaining a happy, healthy, and clean environment for the residents.

We depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, and compassionate individuals who share our vision and work together to attain it.

Our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. You will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all the residents, visitors, and coworkers.

Yona is looking for a Dietary Aide to join our team!

Benefits of Yona

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vison insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Competitive paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Wages on demand
• Discount & wellness programs
• Career growth

Responsibilities:

• Set up tables or other dining areas with attention to cleanliness and order
• Prepare meals under the supervision of a dietary manager or cook
• Deliver dishes and trays at designated times and rooms
• Take down dining areas and collect plates, glasses etc
• Discard leftovers and take out garbage
• Clean food stations and wash dishes, cooking vessels and silverware
• Stock ingredients and monitor inventory
• Assist in keeping track of expenses and menu planning
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and appliances

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a dietary aide
• Further experience in customer service will be appreciated
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances
• Friendly with good communication skills
• Good physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in food services is a plus

This posting in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Candidates/employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Yona provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.