Dietary Aide

Ryders Health Management; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 19,252 - 27,420; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan (with employer"

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Paid Meal Period

Paid Time Off (PTO)

8 Paid Holidays

Shift Differential for Weekend, Evenin

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Longevity Awards

Paid Training and Orientation

Job summary

Ryders Health Management is seeking a dependable part-time Dietary Aide to join Greentree Manor in Waterford, CT. You will help prepare and serve meals, maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness, and contribute to a respectful dining atmosphere for residents.

Responsibilities include following dietary orders, assisting with tray delivery, and ensuring food safety and sanitation throughout the shift. This role supports residents with compassionate, resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred (or equivalent).
• Experience in food service or healthcare dietary settings preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and understand meal orders and dietary instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, lift, and carry items during shift.
• Commitment to food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals, snacks, and beverages according to menu plans, dietary orders, and facility protocols.
• Serve meals to residents and deliver trays, ensuring diets are followed correctly.
• Assist with set-up and clean-up of dining areas and kitchen, washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces.
• Manage inventory and restock food supplies, monitor expiration dates and storage per safety standards.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures at all times.
• Communicate dietary needs and concerns with residents and care team.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• 401(k) retirement plan (with employer match or contribution)
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (as applicable)
• Paid Meal Period
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts
• Longevity Awards
• Paid Training and Orientation

• Dietary Aide – Part-Time

Location

Waterford, CT 06385

Position Type

Part-Time 16 hrs./week

Shift(s)

Afternoons

Pay Range

$16.94 per hour

Benefits – Full-Time

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan (with employer match or contribution)
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (as applicable)
• Paid Meal Period
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Shift Differential for Weekend, Evening & Night Shifts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts
• Uniform Allowance
• Longevity Awards
• Paid Training and Orientation

Job Summary

Are you a dependable and caring individual seeking full-time work in a supportive, resident-focused environment? We are looking for a full-time Dietary Aide to join our team at Greentree Manor. In this role, you will help prepare and serve meals, maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness and safety, and contribute to a pleasant, respectful dining atmosphere for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals, snacks, and beverages according to menu plans, dietary orders, and facility protocols.
• Serve meals to residents and deliver trays as scheduled, ensuring diets and special dietary needs (e.g., therapeutic or texture-modified diets) are followed correctly.
• Assist with set-up and clean-up of dining areas and kitchen: washing dishes, sanitizing kitchenware, cleaning surfaces, floors, and dining rooms.
• Perform inventory management and restocking of food supplies; monitor food expiration and storage per safety standards.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures at all times.
• Communicate with residents, dietary staff, and the care team about dietary needs, preferences, and any concerns.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dietary Manager or Food Service Supervisor (e.g., special-diet tray prep, temperature logs, sanitation tasks).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in food service or healthcare dietary settings preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and understand meal orders, dietary instructions, and follow recipes or menus carefully.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work well with residents, families, and staff members.
• Physical stamina: ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, and carry items (food trays, supplies) as needed throughout shift.
• Commitment to food safety, sanitation, and respect for resident dignity.

About Us

Ryders Health Management is a family-owned management company overseeing Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers. Across all our centers, we provide compassionate, resident-centered care designed to support each resident’s individual recovery or long-term care needs. We value our staff as much as our residents and strive to offer a supportive workplace with opportunities for growth, training, and ongoing development.

Our Caring Community

Greentree Manor is a 90-bed skilled nursing facility located in Waterford, CT, operated with a family-owned philosophy and rooted in a tradition of quality care and teamwork. As part of the Ryders Health family, you’ll join a dedicated team committed to exceeding industry standards.

Come join our caring, dedicated 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.