Dietary Aide

Excelsior Care Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelsior Care Group operates Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Brooklyn, NY, seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our dining team. You will assist in meal preparation, service, and maintaining a clean kitchen to support resident well-being.

The role offers a PRN schedule with a pay rate of $22.01 per hour, reflecting the needs of a compassionate, resident-focused healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food preparation or service preferred; training provided.
• Caring, positive attitude with a genuine desire to improve residents’ quality of life.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively with staff and residents.
• Commitment to safety, cleanliness, and professionalism at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and serving meals for residents, staff, and events.
• Serve food according to the menu, residents' preferences and dietary needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen by cleaning and sanitizing work areas after meals.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment and store properly.
• Support the Dietary Manager to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Positive attitude

Safety awareness

Job description

Facility: Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Position: Dietary Aide

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Shift: PRN

Salary: $22.01 per hour

Join Our Caring Team!

Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate and reliable Dietary Aide to join our team. This role is essential in helping provide nutritious, high-quality meals and a positive dining experience for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and serving meals for residents, staff, and special events as directed by the Dietary Manager.
• Serve food and snacks according to the planned menu, resident preferences, and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment by taking out trash, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing work areas after each meal.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment, ensuring all items are properly cleaned and stored.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dietary Manager to support smooth kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food preparation or service preferred, but not required - training will be provided.
• A caring and positive attitude with a genuine desire to improve residents’ quality of life.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment and communicate effectively with staff and residents.
• Commitment to maintaining safety, cleanliness, and professionalism at all times.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and enjoy working in a supportive healthcare environment, we’d love to hear from you!