Dietary Aide

White Blossom Care Center in; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Retirement savings plan options

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

White Blossom Care Center in San Jose, CA is seeking a Full-Time Dietary Aide to assist in preparing and serving nutritious meals for residents while maintaining a clean, safe dining environment. This role offers consistent hours with a rotating weekend schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Join our culinary team and help ensure meals meet prescribed dietary plans while providing warm, friendly service in a healthcare setting. Previous food service experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or skilled nursing food service preferred but not required.
• Valid Food Handler's Permit or willingness to obtain one on hire.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written English instructions.
• Physical stamina to stand long periods and lift/move up to 30–50 pounds.
• Strong teamwork, warm personality and patience with residents.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: assist the cook in preparing meals, snacks, and beverages.
• Tray Assembly: set up dining rooms and assemble food trays per diet cards.
• Service: serve meals to residents with a friendly attitude.
• Sanitation: clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, equipment, and dining areas.
• Inventory & Safety: unpack, store, rotate food stocks; follow safety standards.
• Compliance: follow health dept regulations and facility safety guidelines.

Skills

Meal prep

Food safety

Teamwork

Stamina

English literacy

Customer service

Job description

Are you passionate about food service and helping others? White Blossom Care Center is looking for a reliable Full-Time Dietary Aide. In this role, you will assist in preparing and serving nutritious meals to our residents while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment. This position offers consistent hours throughout the week with a rotating weekend schedule.

• $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
• Full-Time
• Comprehensive benefits package included
• Full-time hours spread across the week, including some weekend rotation

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Assist the cook in preparing meals, snacks, and beverages according to prescribed dietary plans.
• Tray Assembly: Set up dining rooms and assemble food trays accurately based on resident diet cards.
• Service: Serve meals to residents with a friendly, helpful attitude.
• Sanitation: Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, kitchen equipment, and dining areas after meals.
• Inventory & Safety: Assist with unpacking, storing, and rotating food stocks while adhering to food safety standards.
• Compliance: Follow all local health department regulations and facility safety guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Previous food service experience in a healthcare or skilled nursing facility is preferred but not required.
• Certifications: Valid Food Handler's Permit (or willingness to obtain one upon hire).
• Communication: Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, walk quickly, and lift or move up to 30-50 pounds.
• Soft Skills: Strong teamwork, a warm personality, and patience when interacting with elderly residents.

Benefits Package

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Retirement savings plan options
• Career advancement opportunities within our culinary team

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.