Dietary Aide

Mt. Pleasant House; Mount Pleasant (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mt. Pleasant House is looking for an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to join our culinary team. In this role, you will help prepare and serve meals to residents while ensuring high standards of food safety and sanitation.

We offer a supportive work environment with competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates have a compassionate nature and a desire to work with the elderly.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist in fulfilling special dietary requests.
• Follow food safety protocols.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Customer service skills

Meal preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Mt. Pleasant House?

At Mt. Pleasant House, 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