Dietary Aide

ALG Senior; Mint Hollow (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 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

Mint Hill Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and help provide nutritious meals for residents. You will assist with meal preparation, serve meals, and support residents during dining times in a compassionate environment.

The role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and consistent adherence to dietary plans and resident preferences. This position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Food safety and sanitation knowledge is highly valued.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to follow directions and work efficiently as part of a team.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation, portioning and serving to residents according to dietary plans and requests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Provide meal assistance and ensure a positive dining experience for residents.
• Follow all food safety protocols including storage and handling.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies; notify Dietary Manager of shortages.
• Collaborate with dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Fulfill special dietary requests and accommodate residents' preferences during meals.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation practices

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Mint Hill Senior Living?

At Mint Hill Senior Living, 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