Dietary Aide (Part-Time)

Resthaven; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No mandatory overtime (No Mandation)

Agency-free care teams

NOMI Health Insurance Network – $0 cop

Job summary

Resthaven in Michigan is seeking a Part-Time Dining Assistant to support residents with meal service and dining room care. You will follow menus, deliver food, prepare beverages, and help maintain cleanliness and sanitation across dining spaces.

The role emphasizes friendly, courteous interaction with residents and teamwork with colleagues. Weekday evenings, no mandatory overtime, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement after 6 months are highlighted in the job listing.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates care, compassion, dignity, and respect when serving residents.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages, fruits, salads, desserts, and assist with additional food preparation as needed.
• Set up dining room tables for meal service.
• Accurately follow resident menus when preparing room trays and/or serving in the dining room.
• Take tableside meal orders and deliver food to residents in an organized, timely, and courteous manner.
• When appropriate, offer available options to exceed resident expectations.
• Deliver nourishments to resident units as required.
• Deliver food carts to designated locations and ensure carts are returned to the kitchen.
• Collect and dispose of trash and garbage in designated containers.
• Clean work areas, dining rooms, equipment, walls, cabinets, storage areas, and other assigned spaces in accordance with established procedures.
• Wash dishes, cookware, flatware, and trays using approved sanitation procedures.
• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow written/verbal instructions

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Customer service

Food service

Job description

At Resthaven, we believe care is more than a profession — it’s a calling. Since 1945, we have remained committed to serving older adults with compassion, dignity, excellence, and faith-centered purpose. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization, we’re dedicated to enriching lives — both for those we serve and those who serve alongside us. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or find a more supportive and purpose-driven workplace, you’ll find it here. We’ll help you learn, support your success, and surround you with people who believe in service, community, respect, and making a meaningful difference every day.

Pay Range

• $15 - $16.50
• ** Pay is based on experience and applicable licensure **

Employment Type & Schedule

• Part- Time
• Weekdays (4:00 PM - 7:30 PM)

Why Join Resthaven?

• No mandatory overtime (No Mandation)
• Agency-free care teams
• NOMI Health Insurance Network – $0 copays, $0 deductibles, and $0 coinsurance for full-time employees
• Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 6 months
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every day

Position Summary

Assist with kitchen preparation and meal service for residents and guests while ensuring a high standard of customer satisfaction. Responsible for accurately following menus, delivering high-quality service, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the dining rooms, kitchen, and dishwashing areas.

• Prepare beverages, fruits, salads, desserts, and assist with additional food preparation as needed.
• Set up dining room tables for meal service.
• Accurately follow resident menus when preparing room trays and/or serving in the dining room.
• Take tableside meal orders and deliver food to residents in an organized, timely, and courteous manner.
• When appropriate, offer available options to exceed resident expectations.
• Deliver nourishments to resident units as required.
• Deliver food carts to designated locations and ensure carts are returned to the kitchen.
• Collect and dispose of trash and garbage in designated containers.
• Clean work areas, dining rooms, equipment, walls, cabinets, storage areas, and other assigned spaces in accordance with established procedures.
• Wash dishes, cookware, flatware, and trays using approved sanitation procedures.
• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact tactfully and respectfully with individuals of varying ages, cultures, needs, abilities, and physical conditions.
• Demonstrates care, compassion, dignity, and respect when serving residents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with residents, families, visitors, and team members.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Frequent bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.