Dietary Aide

Sterling Healthcare Management; Greencastle (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) with company match

PTO

Daily Pay Available

Fun, Creative, and Mission-driven work

Supportive leadership that values your

ideas

Job summary

Sterling Healthcare Management is seeking a friendly Dietary Aide to join our food service team. You will help prepare and serve meals, keeping the kitchen and dining areas clean, while interacting directly with residents. Training will be provided, and a reliable, compassionate attitude is valued.

Responsibilities include delivering trays, verifying orders, assisting with meal choices, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and supporting staff during shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; will consider all applicants.
• Food Handler Certification required or must obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions including diet orders.
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player.
• Compassionate and patient when interacting with elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down the dining room before and after each meal service.
• Deliver meal trays to residents according to dietary orders and tray tickets.
• Verify each tray is correct before delivery — right resident, right diet, every time.
• Assist residents with meal selection and accommodate food preferences.
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize food prep surfaces and dining room after meals.
• Label, date, and store food items using FIFO rotation.
• Monitor and record food and equipment temperatures per food safety guidelines.
• Restock dining room and kitchen supplies as needed.
• Report resident food refusals or low intake to the nurse or Dietary Manager promptly.

Skills

Food service

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About This Role

We are looking for a friendly, dependable Dietary Aide to join our food service team. You will help prepare and serve meals, keep the kitchen and dining room clean and organized, and interact directly with the residents we serve. No experience required — we will train you. If you are reliable, have a great attitude, and want a job where you make a real difference at mealtime — apply today.

What We Offer

• 401(K) with company match
• PTO
• Daily Pay Available
• Fun, Creative, and Mission-driven work environment
• Supportive leadership that values your ideas

What You'll Do

• Set up and break down the dining room before and after each meal service
• Deliver meal trays to residents according to their individual dietary orders and tray tickets
• Verify each tray is correct before delivery — right resident, right diet, every time
• Assist residents with meal selection and accommodate food preferences
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Clean and sanitize food prep surfaces, countertops, and the dining room after each meal
• Label, date, and store food items properly using FIFO rotation
• Monitor and record food and equipment temperatures per food safety guidelines
• Restock dining room and kitchen supplies as needed
• Report resident food refusals or low intake to the nurse or Dietary Manager promptly

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred — will consider all applicants
• Prior food service experience a plus — not required
• Food Handler Certification required or must obtain within 30 days of hire
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions including diet orders
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player
• Compassionate and patient when interacting with elderly residents
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.