Dietary Aide

ALG Senior; Roseboro (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Gardens of Roseboro is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and support nutritious, high-quality meals for residents. You will assist in meal prep, serving, and ensuring overall dining satisfaction in a supportive elder-care environment.

Join a compassionate team and contribute to residents’ well-being with strong food safety practices and collaboration with dietary staff. High school diploma required; prior food service experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a food service role is 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 desire to work with the elderly.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal Assistance: help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans.
• Sanitation & Cleanliness: maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness; wash dishes and equipment.
• Resident Support: assist with meal setup and serving to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: follow all food safety protocols and proper storage/handling.
• Inventory Support: assist in receiving and storing food, check inventory, report shortages.
• Team Collaboration: work with dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Resident Engagement: fulfill special dietary requests and individual preferences.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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

Why Join The Gardens of Roseboro?

At The Gardens of Roseboro, 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