Dietary Aide

Westminster Assisted Living & Memory Care of Decatur; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Westminster Assisted Living & Memory Care of Decatur is seeking a friendly Dietary Aide to join its culinary team. You will assist in preparing, portioning, and serving nutritious meals to residents while maintaining a clean dining area and adhering to dietary plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; food service experience is a plus. The role emphasizes teamwork, excellent communication, and compassionate service to the elderly residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a food service role is 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.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and requests.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Assist in receiving and storing food, monitor inventory as needed.
• Follow all food safety protocols and proper storage practices.
• Work closely with dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Assist in fulfilling special dietary requests for residents during meals.

Skills

Meal assistance

Team collaboration

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting senior care through food and nutrition?
Westminster Assisted Living & Memory Care of Decatur is seeking an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents at Westminster Assisted Living & Memory Care of Decatur.

Why Join Westminster Assisted Living & Memory Care of Decatur?

At Westminster Assisted Living & Memory Care of Decatur, 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