Dietary Aide

Twelve Oaks; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Job summary

Twelve Oaks is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and support nutritious, resident-centered meals for seniors. You will help prepare, portion, and serve meals according to dietary plans while maintaining high cleanliness and food safety standards.

Join our culture of care and collaboration, with opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits. The role emphasizes teamwork, resident engagement, and a positive dining experience for our residents at

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous food service experience is preferred but not required.
• 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.
• Sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas.
• Provide meal assistance and positive dining experience to residents.
• Follow food safety protocols for storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Inventory support: assist with receiving, storing, and notifying shortages.
• Collaborate with dietary team to ensure smooth service.
• Fulfill special dietary requests and residents' preferences.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Twelve Oaks?

At Twelve Oaks, 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