Dietary Aide

ALG Senior; Northport (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Landings of Northport is seeking a friendly Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents.

You will help with meal service, maintain sanitation, and support residents with dining while following safety guidelines. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in food service is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal assistance: prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans.
• Maintain kitchen and dining cleanliness and sanitation.
• Assist residents with meal setup and dining experience.
• Follow food safety protocols for storage and handling.
• Assist with inventory and supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with the dietary team to run meals smoothly.
• Support residents' dietary preferences during meal times.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Compassion for elderly

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

The Landings of Northport 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 Northport.

Why Join The Landings of Northport?

At The Landings of Northport, 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