Dietary Aide

Meadowview-Terrace-of-Wadesbor; Wadesboro (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Meadowview Terrace of Wadesboro is seeking an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents at Meadowview Terrace of Wadesboro.

Join a compassionate workplace that offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, ongoing professional development, company-paid life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Experience in food service is beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with seniors.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and requests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and utensils.
• Provide meal assistance to residents; assist with setup and serving for a positive dining experience.
• Follow all food safety protocols including storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies; notify Dietary Manager of shortages.
• Work with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Fulfill special dietary requests and meet individual resident needs during meals.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join Meadowview Terrace of Wadesboro?

At Meadowview Terrace of Wadesboro, 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

If you’re dedicated to helping seniors enjoy nutritious meals and want to make a positive impact, apply today to join the Meadowview Terrace of Wadesboro team!