Dietary Aide

Twelve Oaks; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Twelve Oaks is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our culinary team, helping provide nutritious meals for residents and supporting daily kitchen operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and a passion for serving the elderly, with strong teamwork and communication skills. The role emphasizes safety, compassion, and a collaborative work environment on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal assistance: help prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans.
• Sanitation and cleanliness: maintain kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Resident support: assist with meal setup and serving to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Food safety: follow storage, handling, and sanitation protocols for safety.
• Inventory support: help receive and store food; notify manager of shortages.
• Team collaboration: work with dietary team to smooth operations.
• Resident engagement: accommodate special dietary requests and preferences.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

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