Dietary Aide

Autumn Village; North Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Autumn Village is seeking a friendly Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will help prepare, portion, and serve meals according to dietary plans, while ensuring a positive dining experience. The role emphasizes food safety, sanitation, and teamwork.

A high school diploma is required; previous food service experience is a plus. Compassion for the elderly and strong communication with residents and staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Able to communicate clearly with residents and coworkers.
• Capable of following dietary plans and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation, portioning, and serving to residents according to dietary plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment as needed.
• Provide meal assistance to residents during meals and setting up dining areas.
• Follow all food safety protocols including storage, handling and sanitation.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting senior care through food and nutrition?

Autumn Village is seeking an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents at Autumn Village.

Why Join Autumn Village?

At Autumn Village, 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