Dietary Aide

PACS; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to support meal service and dining activities for residents in Portland, OR. You will work closely with cooks and the dietary team to prepare and serve meals, deliver trays, and help maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen and dining area throughout each shift.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to follow recipes and safety procedures, with opportunities to learn and grow within the dining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to learn food service routines quickly.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and written instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving meals to our residents.
• Set up and deliver meal trays.
• Prepare snacks and nourishments.
• Assist with dining room and kitchen meal service.
• Collect and break down returned meal trays.
• Operate the commercial dishwasher and keep dishes clean and ready for service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and dining environment.
• Clean work surfaces, refrigerators, floors, and other kitchen areas.
• Sweep and mop as needed.
• Take out trash and maintain appropriate sanitation.
• Receive and put away groceries in a safe and organized manner.
• Monitor and document required dishwasher temperatures and chlorine levels.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Work closely with the Cook and Dietary Supervisor to meet the needs of the shift.
• Work cooperatively with team members throughout the community.
• Help create a positive dining experience for our residents.

Job description

Dietary Aide - Assisted Living

Columbia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care - Portland, OR

Columbia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care is looking for a Dietary Aide to join our team! If you enjoy working around people, staying busy, and being part of a team that helps create a positive dining experience for our residents, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Dietary Aides play an important role in making sure our residents receive clean, timely, and enjoyable meals in a safe and welcoming environment.

What You’ll Do

As a Dietary Aide, you will work closely with our cooks and dietary team to keep meal service running smoothly. Responsibilities include:

• Assist with preparing and serving meals to our residents
• Set up and deliver meal trays
• Prepare snacks and nourishments
• Assist with dining room and kitchen meal service
• Collect and break down returned meal trays
• Operate the commercial dishwasher and keep dishes clean and ready for service
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and dining environment
• Clean work surfaces, refrigerators, floors, and other kitchen areas
• Sweep and mop as needed
• Take out trash and maintain appropriate sanitation
• Receive and put away groceries in a safe and organized manner
• Monitor and document required dishwasher temperatures and chlorine levels
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures
• Work closely with the Cook and Dietary Supervisor to meet the needs of the shift
• Work cooperatively with team members throughout the community
• Help create a positive dining experience for our residents

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is dependable, positive, and willing to jump in wherever needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous food service, restaurant, healthcare, or senior living experience is a plus, but not required
• Ability to learn food service routines quickly
• Ability to read and follow recipes and written instructions
• Basic math skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler’s Certificate
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Physical Requirements

This is an active position. You will spend much of your shift standing and walking and should be comfortable:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching as needed
• Frequently lifting and/or moving items up to 50 pounds
• Working around kitchen equipment, cleaning supplies, and food service equipment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join Columbia Place?

At Columbia Place, every department plays a role in creating a great experience for our residents. Our Dietary team isn’t just serving food—they’re helping create meals that are part of our residents’ daily routines, social experiences, and quality of life.

If you’re dependable, enjoy working with others, and want a job where your work directly impacts the people we serve, we’d love to meet you!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.