Dietary Aide - Double Weekends

Southwest LTC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Nursing Center in Oklahoma City is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in preparing, serving, and delivering meals to residents while ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines and safety standards.

You will support the dietary team in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized food service environment, including sanitation of dining areas and equipment and friendly interactions with residents during meals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in dietary services, food service, or healthcare preferred.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and infection control practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 25-50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation and serving according to approved menus and dietary specifications.
• Deliver meals to residents in a timely and courteous manner.
• Ensure proper portion sizes and accommodate special diets, allergies, or texture modifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas, kitchen, and equipment.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment according to safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with inventory management, stocking supplies, and reporting shortages.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and facility protocols.
• Provide friendly, respectful interaction with residents during meals and snack service.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Following instructions

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Northwest Nursing Center - Oklahoma City, OK 73112, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Weekends, The Dietary Aide assists in preparing, serving, and delivering meals to residents, ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines, safety standards, and resident preferences. This role supports the dietary team in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized food service environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in meal preparation and serving according to approved menus and dietary specifications.
• Deliver meals to residents in a timely and courteous manner.
• Ensure proper portion sizes and accommodate special diets, allergies, or texture modifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas, kitchen, and equipment.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment according to safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with inventory management, stocking supplies, and reporting shortages.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and facility protocols.
• Provide friendly, respectful interaction with residents during meals and snack service.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in dietary services, food service, or healthcare preferred.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and infection control practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 25-50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.