Dietary Aide

Hope Springs; Red Springs (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & dental insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Life insurance

EAP

Job summary

Hope Springs is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to support our resident dining program. You will assist in meal prep, portioning, and serving according to dietary plans while maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

You will help with inventory, equipment cleaning, and collaborating with the dietary team to provide a positive dining experience for residents. Our team values compassion, reliability, and excellent customer service, and offers opportunities for professional development and

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation, portioning, and serving meals according to dietary plans.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Provide meal assistance and set up for residents, ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Follow food safety protocols and proper storage/handling of food.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and inventory checks; inform Diet Manager of shortages.
• Collaborate with dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Fulfill special dietary requests and respect residents' preferences during meals.

Skills

Food safety

Team player

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Hope Springs?

At Hope Springs, 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