Dietary Aide

Franklin House; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; 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

Franklin House is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high‑quality meals to residents. You will assist with meal preparation, serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience in a compassionate environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma and a genuine desire to care for the elderly; food safety knowledge and strong communication are essential. We offer a supportive team and opportunities for growth.

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 well in a team.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal Assistance: Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and requests.
• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Maintain kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment as needed.
• Resident Support: Assist with meal setup, serving, and a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols and proper storage/handling practices.
• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving, storing, and notifying shortages.
• Team Collaboration: Work with dietary staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Resident Engagement: Fulfill special dietary requests and respect preferences.

Skills

Food safety

Team player

Communication

Customer service

Compassion for elderly

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Franklin House -

Are you passionate about supporting senior care through food and nutrition?
Franklin House is seeking an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents at Franklin House.

Why Join Franklin House?

At Franklin House, 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