Dietary Aide

Sterling Healthcare Management; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

PTO

Telehealth

Job summary

Sterling Healthcare Management in South Bend, IN is seeking a friendly Dietary Aide to join our food service team. You will help prepare and serve meals, keep the kitchen and dining areas clean, and interact with residents.

No experience required—we train. You will work on rotating shifts, support meal service, and help follow dietary orders to ensure resident satisfaction and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred — will consider all applicants.
• Food Handler Certification required or must obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions including diet orders.
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player.
• Compassionate and patient when interacting with elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down the dining room before and after each meal service.
• Deliver meal trays to residents according to their individual dietary orders and tray tickets.
• Verify each tray is correct before delivery — right resident, right diet, every time.
• Assist residents with meal selection and accommodate food preferences.
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize food prep surfaces, countertops, and the dining room after each meal.
• Label, date, and store food items properly using FIFO rotation.
• Monitor and record food and equipment temperatures per food safety guidelines.
• Restock dining room and kitchen supplies as needed.
• Report resident food refusals or low intake to the nurse or Dietary Manager promptly.

Skills

Reliable

Team player

Compassionate

Patient

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Food Handler Certification

Job description

About This Role

We are looking for a friendly, dependable Dietary Aide to join our food service team. You will help prepare and serve meals, keep the kitchen and dining room clean and organized, and interact directly with the residents we serve. No experience required — we will train you. If you are reliable, have a great attitude, and want a job where you make a real difference at mealtime.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance.
• 401(K) with company match
• PTO
• Virtual Doctor Visits - Telehealth
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• KISx Card (surgery and imaging program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay Available
• Fun, Creative, and Mission-driven work environment
• Supportive leadership that values your ideas

What You'll Do

• Set up and break down the dining room before and after each meal service
• Deliver meal trays to residents according to their individual dietary orders and tray tickets
• Verify each tray is correct before delivery — right resident, right diet, every time
• Assist residents with meal selection and accommodate food preferences
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Clean and sanitize food prep surfaces, countertops, and the dining room after each meal
• Label, date, and store food items properly using FIFO rotation
• Monitor and record food and equipment temperatures per food safety guidelines
• Restock dining room and kitchen supplies as needed
• Report resident food refusals or low intake to the nurse or Dietary Manager promptly

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred — will consider all applicants
• Prior food service experience a plus — not required
• Food Handler Certification required or must obtain within 30 days of hire
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions including diet orders
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player
• Compassionate and patient when interacting with elderly residents
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.