Dietary Aide

The Grand Healthcare System; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Mayfair Care Center in Hempstead, NY is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to help prepare and serve meals, maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness, and contribute to a supportive, respectful environment for residents.

The role includes observing dietary guidelines, assisting with tray delivery, and following safety and sanitation standards while working 2/5th's shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred (or equivalent).
• Experience in food service or healthcare dietary setting preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow dietary/tray orders and diet cards or special instructions.
• Good attention to detail, sanitation, and safety.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work as part of a team and interact respectfully with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals, snacks, and beverages according to dietary guidelines, tray orders, and facility protocols.
• Serve meals to residents and deliver trays as scheduled, ensuring correct diets and portioning.
• Assist with setup and cleanup of dining areas — wash dishes, sanitize surfaces, and clean floors and dining rooms.
• Store and handle food properly to meet all safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventory, stock supplies, and assist with kitchen/pantry maintenance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Dietary Manager or Food Service Supervisor.

Skills

Food service experience

Sanitation

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Are you a caring and dependable individual looking for part-time work making a difference in residents’ daily lives? We are seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join our team at Mayfair Care Center. as a Dietary Aide, you will help prepare and serve meals, maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness, and contribute to a supportive, respectful environment for our residents.

LOCATION:

[HEMPSTEAD], NY

POSITION TYPE:

Part-Time 2/5th's

SHIFT(S):

:630am-2:30pm, 11:30-7:30P,

PAY RANGE:

24.65 per hour

JOB SUMMARY:

Are you a caring and dependable individual looking for part-time work making a difference in residents’ daily lives? We are seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join our team at Mayfair Care Center. as a Dietary Aide, you will help prepare and serve meals, maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness, and contribute to a supportive, respectful environment for our residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare meals, snacks, and beverages according to dietary guidelines, tray orders, and facility protocols.
• Serve meals to residents and deliver trays as scheduled, ensuring correct diets and portioning.
• Assist with setup and cleanup of dining areas — wash dishes and kitchenware, sanitize kitchen/dining surfaces, clean floors and dining rooms.
• Store and handle food properly to meet all safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventory, stock supplies, and assist with food storage and kitchen/pantry maintenance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Dietary Manager or Food Service Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED preferred (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in food service, institutional dining, or healthcare dietary setting preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow dietary/tray orders, menu guidelines, and understand diet cards or special diet instructions.
• Good attention to detail, sanitation, and safety.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work as part of a team and interact respectfully with residents and staff.
• Physical stamina: able to stand for long periods, lift and carry light-to-moderate loads, perform repeated tasks typical in food service (e.g., dishwashing, tray delivery).

OUR CARING COMMUNITY:

Mayfair Care Center is a 200-bed skilled nursing facility located in Hempstead, LI. As part of the grand family you’ll join a team backed by decades of experience—rooted in quality care, teamwork, and high standards.

Come join our dedicated, caring team of professionals!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.