Dietary Aide

The Bridges on Parkview; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Bridges on Parkview in Henderson, NC is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious meals to residents.

You will support meal service, follow safety protocols, and work closely with staff to ensure a positive dining experience for seniors. This position offers benefits and opportunities for growth in a compassionate senior-care environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous food service experience 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 desire to work with the elderly.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal assistance: help prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans.
• Sanitation: maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
• Resident support: assist with meal setup and serving to residents.
• Food safety: follow protocols for storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Inventory support: help receive, store, and notify shortages.
• Team collaboration: work with the dietary team to ensure smooth operations.
• Resident engagement: accommodate special dietary requests and preferences.

Skills

Food safety

Team collaboration

Communication

Customer service

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Bridges on Parkview -

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

Why Join The Bridges on Parkview?

At The Bridges on Parkview, 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