Dietary Aide

Alliance-Health-and-Human-Services; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Alliance Health at Maples in Wrentham, MA is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to assist in preparing and serving nutritious meals for residents. You will deliver dishes, maintain sanitary cooking and dining areas, and follow safety guidelines under the supervision of a dietary manager or cook.

The ideal candidate is motivated to learn, communicates well, and shows a customer‑oriented approach. Must be COVID-19 vaccinated including booster.

Qualifications

• Previous dietary aide experience preferred; training available.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Ability to follow instructions and prepare meals per standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up dining areas with cleanliness and order.
• Prepare meals under supervision of dietary manager or cook.
• Deliver dishes and trays at designated times and rooms.
• Take down dining areas and collect plates and utensils.
• Discard leftovers and take out garbage.
• Clean food stations and wash dishes and cookware.
• Stock ingredients and monitor inventory.
• Assist in tracking expenses and menu planning.
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and appliances.

Skills

Dietary aide experience

Customer service

Sanitation knowledge

Food safety

Strong communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Dietary Aide

Alliance Health at Maples is a non‑profit skilled nursing facility located in Wrentham, MA.

We are looking for a Dietary Aide to assist in the preparation and serving of high quality and nutritious meals for residents in our facility. You will deliver dishes and ensure good sanitary condition in cooking and dining premises. A Dietary Aide must be capable to perform food service duties and follow instructions while adhering to all safety and health standards. They must be competent and conscientious with a customer‑oriented approach. The goal is to provide excellent food services by following instructions and standards. Opportunities for growth for students or those looking to enter the culinary/food service/nutrition & dietetics industry!

Responsibilities

• Set up tables or other dining areas with attention to cleanliness and order.
• Prepare meals under the supervision of a dietary manager or cook.
• Deliver dishes and trays at designated times and rooms.
• Take down dining areas and collect plates, glasses etc.
• Discard leftovers and take out garbage.
• Clean food stations and wash dishes, cooking vessels and silverware.
• Stock ingredients and monitor inventory.
• Assist in keeping track of expenses and menu planning.
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and appliances.

Skills

• Proven experience as a dietary aide (will train if no experience!)
• Further experience in customer service will be appreciated.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines
• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions.
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware, and cooking appliances
• Friendly with good communication skills
• Good physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in food services is a plus.

****Must be COVID-19 fully vaccinated including booster shot****

Job Types:

Part‑time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company Paid Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Referral program
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Types:

Part Time

Salary:

$16.00 per hour

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wrentham, MA 02093: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Skilled Nursing Facility: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location