Dietary Aide

Exton Post Acute; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Join our team at Exton Post Acute as a Dietary Aide with a full-time opportunity available. You will assist in meal preparation and service, ensuring residents receive nutritious meals in a welcoming environment. The role emphasizes teamwork, cleanliness, and courteous interactions to promote a positive dining experience.

We value Passion, Respect, and Excellence, offering a supportive workplace that prioritizes employee growth and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food preparation or food service strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and skills appropriate to the age-related needs of residents.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation, plating, and service.
• Ensure residents receive appropriate dietary selections.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dining areas.
• Follow dietary guidelines and safety standards.
• Work collaboratively to support meal service operations.
• Provide courteous interactions with residents.

Skills

Food preparation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Join our team at Exton Post Acute as a Dietary Aide

Full-time opportunity available

$16 an hour

At Exton Post Acute, we believe that every meal is an opportunity to provide comfort, nourishment, and a positive dining experience. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the Dietary Aide plays an essential role in supporting the dietary team to ensure residents receive nutritious meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities for Dietary Aide:

• Assist in the kitchen with meal preparation, plating, and meal service to residents in a timely, safe, and respectful manner.
• Support the delivery of meals by ensuring residents receive appropriate dietary selections in accordance with prescribed nutritional guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining areas, equipment, and food service spaces in compliance with safety and infection control standards.
• Follow all dietary guidelines, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements related to food safety, nutrition, and resident care.
• Work collaboratively as a team player, contributing wherever needed to support meal service and kitchen operations.
• Provide courteous, respectful interactions with residents during meal service to promote a positive dining experience.

Qualifications for Dietary Aide:

• High school diploma preferred.
• Prior experience in food preparation or food service strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of residents served.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail.

Our Core Values in Action

Passion – Bringing care and energy to meal preparation and service, ensuring residents enjoy nourishing and satisfying dining experiences.

Respect – Treating residents with dignity and kindness while honoring dietary needs, preferences, and individual choices.

Excellence – Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and service quality in every aspect of dietary operations.

Benefits for a Dietary Aide

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee engagement and culture committee
• Shift differentials
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources

Join our team at Exton Post Acute and Healthcare Center, a 120-bed Sub-Acute, and Long-Term Care facility where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.