Dietary Aide

Sweetwater Care; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision benefits

PTO

Earned wage access (Tapcheck)

Ongoing training & career development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

City Scape Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking a caring Dietary Aide to join our skilled nursing team. You will assist in meal preparation, service, and monitor food handling to ensure quality nutrition for our residents.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, PTO, and ongoing training in a collaborative, supportive environment where your work makes a real difference in residents’ lives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• One year’s work experience in long term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meals according to menu and food handling guidelines.
• Monitors and maintains nutrition care in accordance with regulations.
• Assists with food ordering, storage, and preparation.
• Maintains standards for food preparation and quality of service.
• Completes prep and cleaning duties and supports kitchen operations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency preferred

One year’s work experience in long term care preferred

Job description

We are currently seeking a caring and dynamic Dietary Aide who is looking for an opportunity to share your skills and experience in the Dietary Department and is a great way to introduce or reintroduce yourself to the medical field in a position that can grow in so many ways. You will work in a skilled nursing environment, making a tremendous difference in the lives of your patients and helping them regain a quality of life. If you have a true passion for providing seniors with unparalleled short- and long-term care, and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you.

Why Join City Scape Rehabilitation and Care Center?

At City Scape Rehabilitation and Care Center, we believe our team is the foundation of exceptional care. We are proud to foster a workplace culture built on compassion, respect, and professional growth. Whether you're providing direct care or supporting our operations, your contributions are deeply valued and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salaries that recognize your skills and dedication

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being

• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can recharge and take care of what matters most

• Tapcheck – Access your earned wages before payday

• Ongoing Training & Career Development to help you grow professionally

• A collaborative and inclusive team environment where your voice matters

Join us and become part of a community that cares deeply—for our residents, for each other, and for the future of skilled nursing care.

Work Schedule: 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM or 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pay Rate: $19.00 - $21.00 / Hour depending on experience

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for preparing and serving meals according to the menu, monitoring methods of food handling, preparation, meal service, and equipment cleaning. Safely and efficiently provides nutritionally appropriate food. Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned to you at any time with or without notice, from Dietary Manager or NHA.

JOB DUTIES:

• Prepares food according to safe food handling guidelines according to company policy and procedure and state and federal codes and regulations.

• Assists with food ordering, storage and preparation as designated by the supervisor; Prepares food in a timely manner to preserve food quality and serve meals on time.

• Maintains standards for food preparation and quality of food service; uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required; Follows standardized recipes.

• Prepares consistency modified and diet foods appropriately; Prepares and assists with special function meals.

• Completes pre-preparation as needed or assigned including washing, peeling and cutting vegetables and fruits to prepare for use; Slices meat and measures or weighs for menu compliance and nutrition accuracy.

• Prepares and serves food attractively using gravies, sauces and garnishes as on menu; Tests and observes food by tasting for palatability.

• Uses proper hand washing techniques; Thaws foods appropriately; Stores food using correct packaging and labeling; Uses gloves appropriately and changes when required.

• Follows the cleaning schedule; Cleans the equipment and work area after each use; Sweeps and mops kitchen floors when assigned; Takes trash to dumpster if assigned; Washes pots and pans when assigned.

• Assumes responsibility for meeting meal schedules.

• In the absence of the Dietary Manager, Dietary Aide is accountable to the Cook.

• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time.

This is not an all-inclusive list.

REQUIREMENTS /EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.

• One year’s work experience in long term care preferred.

Affirmative Action Statement

City Scape Rehabilitation and Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.