Dietary Aide

ALG Senior; Roxboro (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Canterbury House is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. The role focuses on meal preparation, serving, sanitation, and resident support in a caring senior living environment.

We value teamwork, adherence to food safety standards, and excellent communication to ensure a positive dining experience for residents and their families. Comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in food service is preferred but not required.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Compassion 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 and preferences.
• Sanitation & cleanliness: Maintain kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes, utensils, and equipment as needed.
• Resident support: Assist residents during meals; help with setup and service; ensure a positive dining experience.
• Food safety: Follow all food safety protocols, proper storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Inventory support: Help receive and store food and supplies; check inventory; notify manager of shortages.
• Team collaboration: Work with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Resident engagement: Fulfill special dietary requests and respect residents' preferences.

Skills

Meal preparation

Food safety knowledge

Sanitation

Teamwork

Communication skills

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join The Canterbury House?

At The Canterbury House, we foster a culture of compassion, leadership, and growth to 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