Dietary Aide

The Viridian; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Job summary

The Viridian is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and support nutritious, high-quality meals for residents. You will help prepare, portion, and serve meals, while maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen and dining area.

Join a compassionate work culture with opportunities for growth, competitive pay, and benefits including health insurance and PTO. Prior experience in a food service role is preferred but not required, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation required.
• Ability to follow directions and work efficiently with others.
• Compassion for elderly residents and strong customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation, portioning, and serving in accordance with dietary plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist residents during meals and set up dining spaces.
• Adhere to food safety protocols for storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and inventory checks of food and supplies.
• Collaborate with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Support in accommodating residents' dietary preferences and needs.

Skills

Food safety

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Viridian -

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

Why Join The Viridian?

At The Viridian, 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