Dietary Aide

Carteret House; Newport (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Carteret House is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. This role supports meal service, sanitation, and resident dining experiences.

You’ll work with a caring team in a senior living setting, follow food safety protocols, and help ensure residents’ preferences are honored. No previous experience required, but strong customer service and teamwork are valued; retention bonus for referrals is available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal Assistance: Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and special requests.
• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes, utensils, and equipment.
• Resident Support: Provide meal assistance, assist with setup and serving, and ensure a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols, including proper storage and sanitation.
• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies; notify shortages.
• Team Collaboration: Work with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Resident Engagement: Assist with special dietary requests and resident preferences during meals.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Carteret House?

At Carteret 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

We are currently offering a retention bonus for employee referrals and for team members who remain employed for 90 days or longer.