Dietary Aide

Oakislandseniors; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; 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

The Landings of Oak Island is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and support nutritious meal service for residents. You will help with meal preparation, portioning, and serving while maintaining a clean kitchen and dining space.

Strong communication and a caring attitude toward the elderly are essential, as is adhering to food safety standards and working well within a team. Prior food service experience is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work efficiently as part of a team.
• Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Previous experience in a food service role is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and utensils.
• Provide meal assistance to residents and ensure a positive dining experience.
• Follow all food safety protocols for safe food handling and storage.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies; notify manager of shortages.
• Collaborate with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Fulfill special dietary requests and respect residents' preferences during meals.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Following directions

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join The Landings of Oak Island?

At The Landings of Oak Island, 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