Dietary Aide

PACS; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-Time employment

Training and development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Rossmoor Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA, is hiring a dependable Dietary Aide to join our dietary team on a full-time basis. You will assist with meal service, dining room setup, and sanitation to ensure residents receive meals safely and with kindness.

The ideal candidate values teamwork, can follow dietary guidelines, and maintains a clean, welcoming dining environment. Competitive hourly pay of $19.00–$21.00, with opportunities for training and career growth in a supportive healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Dependable, punctual and team-oriented.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Compassionate and respectful with residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving meals and snacks according to menus.
• Set up dining areas and serving stations; deliver meals to residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dining areas.
• Follow dietary guidelines and residents' food preferences.
• Stock and organize food, supplies, and equipment.
• Communicate dietary concerns to staff and follow policies.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Dependable

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Now Hiring: Dietary Aide

Rossmoor Post Acute | Walnut Creek, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $19.00–$21.00 per Hour

Join Our Dietary Team!

Rossmoor Post Acute is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and team-oriented Dietary Aide to join our dietary department on a Full-Time basis.

The ideal candidate is passionate about providing excellent service to residents and takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment. This is a great opportunity to become part of a supportive team dedicated to enhancing the dining experience and overall quality of life for our residents.

Position Summary

The Dietary Aide assists with meal preparation, food service, dining room setup and cleanup, and maintaining sanitary food service areas. The Dietary Aide works closely with dietary staff and nursing personnel to ensure residents receive meals and beverages according to their individual needs and dietary requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving meals and snacks according to established menus and dietary guidelines.
• Set up dining areas, meal trays, and serving stations.
• Deliver meals and beverages to residents in a timely and courteous manner.
• Assist residents with basic meal service needs as appropriate.
• Follow residents’ prescribed diets and food preferences as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Wash dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment according to facility standards.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
• Check food temperatures and maintain appropriate food safety standards.
• Stock and organize food, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries as needed.
• Communicate resident concerns or dietary issues to the appropriate dietary or nursing staff.
• Follow infection control, safety, and facility policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dietary Supervisor or Director of Dietary Services.

Qualifications

• Previous dietary, food service, hospitality, or healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Compassionate and respectful approach when interacting with residents.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks associated with food service.

Why Join Rossmoor Post Acute?

• Competitive pay: $19.00–$21.00/hour
• Full-Time employment
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Meaningful work serving and supporting our residents
• Team-oriented workplace
• Opportunity to grow within the healthcare and dietary services field

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.