Dietary Aide

ALG Senior; Marlborough (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; 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

Indigo Hall in Marlborough, SC is seeking a friendly Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and help provide nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will assist with meal service, food safety, and dining experiences.

Requirements include a high school diploma (or equivalent); prior food service experience is preferred; you should be a team player with excellent communication and compassion for the elderly. Training and development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior food service experience is preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Meal assistance: prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans.
• Sanitation: maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas and wash dishes.
• Resident support: assist with meal setup, serving, and dining experience.
• Food safety: follow safety protocols for storage, handling and sanitation.
• Inventory support: assist in receiving and storing food and supplies; report shortages.
• Team collaboration: work with the dietary team to ensure smooth operations.
• Resident engagement: fulfill special dietary requests and resident preferences.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer service

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Indigo Hall?

At Indigo Hall, 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