Dietary Aide

Vestracare; Dunkirk (IN); On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO for Full-Time & Part-Time

Weekly or Same-Day Pay

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Dunkirk, NY is seeking a Dietary Aide to provide high-quality meal service in a CMS 5-Star facility. The role supports residents, families, and staff while keeping dining areas clean and safe.

Shifts include full-time or part-time mornings, with a focus on teamwork and compassionate care. Responsibilities include serving meals, assisting with food prep, maintaining sanitation, and documenting temperatures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Some food service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Provide courteous and professional service to residents, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals according to resident dietary needs and meal schedules.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and distribution of meals and beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining areas, and equipment.
• Operate dietary equipment safely and record temperatures.
• Assist with inventory, stocking, and storage of food and supplies.
• Transport meal carts and food throughout the facility safely.
• Accommodate resident preferences and special dietary requests.
• Follow safety, HIPAA, and facility policies; report hazards to supervision.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dietary Aide

Rate: $16/hour

Shift: Full-Time, Part-Time

Schedule: Full-time 6:30 am - 3 pm, or Part-Time mornings

Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is looking to add a Dietary Aide to its team. In this role, you’ll help provide high-quality meal service while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment for residents, visitors, and staff. If you enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in helping others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in Dunkirk, NY, Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. As a CMS 5-Star rated facility, Chautauqua is recognized for its commitment to quality care and clinical excellence. Our team members enjoy a close-knit, supportive environment where compassion, teamwork, and professional growth are valued. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve meals according to resident dietary needs, portion guidelines, and established meal schedules
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and distribution of meals, snacks, beverages, and nourishments
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining areas, equipment, dishes, utensils, and workspaces
• Operate dietary equipment safely and accurately record food, beverage, and equipment temperatures
• Assist with inventory, stocking, receiving, and proper storage of food and supplies
• Transport meal carts and food trucks throughout the facility in a safe and timely manner
• Accommodate resident preferences and special dietary requests whenever possible
• Follow food safety, infection control, HIPAA, safety, and facility policies and procedures
• Report equipment issues, hazards, accidents, and resident concerns to the appropriate supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Some food service experience
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to provide courteous and professional service to residents, families, and staff
• Dependable, organized, and committed to maintaining a clean and safe work environment

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Retirement Saving Options