Dietary Aide - Entry-Level Healthcare Kitchen

August-Healthcar; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Job summary

August-Healthcar in Richmond, VA is seeking dependable Dietary Aides to support meal service and food operations within the facility. This role helps ensure residents receive meals that follow diet orders, are served cleanly, and delivered in a respectful manner.

The position offers entry-level opportunities in healthcare with on-the-job training, a supportive team, and opportunities to contribute to resident care and satisfaction through teamwork and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Prior dietary or food service experience helpful but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and diet guidelines accurately.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up and assemble resident meal trays according to diet cards and menus.
• Deliver meal trays to nursing units and retrieve trays after meals.
• Assist with preparation of food items, snacks, and supplements as directed.
• Prepare items for medication passes as scheduled.
• Break down trays, operate dishwashing equipment, and properly store items.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and dining spaces.
• Assist cooks and food services staff as needed.
• Follow infection control, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Respond appropriately to requests from nursing staff and residents.
• Adhere to HIPAA and resident confidentiality requirements.

Skills

English communication

Team-oriented

Dependable, punctual

Dietary guidelines adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

August-Healthcar in Richmond, VA is seeking dependable Dietary Aides to support meal service and food operations within the facility. This role helps ensure residents receive meals that follow diet orders, are served cleanly, and delivered in a respectful manner.

The position offers entry-level opportunities in healthcare with on-the-job training, a supportive team, and opportunities to contribute to resident care and satisfaction through teamwork and adherence to safety standards.