Dietary Aide

Currituck House; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A senior care facility in Moyock is seeking a passionate Dietary Aide to support meal preparation and serving for residents. The role involves maintaining kitchen cleanliness, ensuring food safety, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and a compassion for working with the elderly. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, making it a great opportunity for those interested in senior care.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Provide meal assistance to residents, ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Follow all food safety protocols to ensure food is safe for consumption.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies, checking inventory.
• Work closely with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist in fulfilling special dietary requests and preferences.
• Assist in fulfilling special dietary requests and ensuring residents’ individual preferences are met.

Skills

Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

Ability to follow directions and work efficiently as part of a team

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Currituck House?

At Currituck 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

If you’re dedicated to helping seniors enjoy nutritious meals and want to make a positive impact, apply today to join the Currituck House team!