Dietary Aide — Flexible Schedule & Meaningful Care

Bakersfield Post Acute; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time scheduling

On-the-job training provided

Job summary

Bakersfield Post Acute is seeking a dependable Dietary Aide to support our dietary services team in a skilled nursing setting. The role focuses on preparing and serving meals, delivering trays, and maintaining clean dining and kitchen areas.

This position offers full-time and flexible part-time options. The pay range is $17.08–$17.18 per hour, with on-the-job training provided and opportunities to contribute to residents' daily well-being.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior dietary or food service experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, lifting, and bending.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals according to planned menus and resident dietary needs.
• Deliver meal trays and beverages to residents in a timely and courteous manner.
• Set up and break down dining areas before and after meals.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment according to sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining, and food service areas.
• Follow all infection control, food safety, and facility policies.
• Assist with storing food supplies and rotating stock as needed.
• Provide respectful and compassionate service to residents, visitors, and staff.

Skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Physical ability

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Bakersfield Post Acute is seeking a dependable Dietary Aide to support our dietary services team in a skilled nursing setting. The role focuses on preparing and serving meals, delivering trays, and maintaining clean dining and kitchen areas.

This position offers full-time and flexible part-time options. The pay range is $17.08–$17.18 per hour, with on-the-job training provided and opportunities to contribute to residents' daily well-being.