Dietary Aide

Hickory Village; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Ongoing professional development

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hickory Village is seeking a compassionate Dietetic Aide to join our culinary team and assist in delivering nutritious meals to residents. You will help with meal preparation, portioning, and serving while ensuring a positive dining experience in a clean and safe environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent communication skills. This on-site role offers opportunities for growth and meaningful work with seniors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous 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 efficiently as part of a team.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal assistance: prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans and preferences.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Provide meal assistance and support during dining to residents.
• Follow food safety protocols, proper storage and handling.

Skills

Food safety

Team player

Communication skills

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Hickory Village?

At Hickory Village, 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