Dietary Aide: Resident Nutrition & Meal Service (P/T)

US Lawns; Hilo (HI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company sponsored medical and dental (

401(K) retirement plan

Sick and vacation leave

Job summary

Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home in East Hawaii is seeking a Part-Time Dietary Aide to support resident health through meals prepared, served, and documented per dietary needs. You will coordinate with residents, families, and clinical teams to promote positive dining experiences and nutritional well-being.

Responsibilities include checking trays, assisting with diet changes under the Dietary Supervisor, maintaining records, and ensuring food safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of basic nutrition, sanitation, and food storage practices preferred.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and meet health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal service by checking trays for accuracy, portion sizes, presentation, and compliance with prescribed diets.
• Process diet changes under supervision and follow Dietitian instructions for therapeutic diets.
• Maintain dietary records and perform clerical duties including filing, invoice tracking, report preparation, inventory monitoring, and office support.
• Meet with residents and families to discuss food preferences and dietary needs and participate in resident care plan meetings.
• Monitor food temperatures, sanitation practices, and food safety standards to support regulatory compliance and resident safety.
• Attend required training, staff meetings, and in-service education programs while maintaining positive working relationships.

Skills

Basic nutrition knowledge

Sanitation practices

Communication with residents

Job description

Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home in East Hawaii is seeking a Part-Time Dietary Aide to support resident health through meals prepared, served, and documented per dietary needs. You will coordinate with residents, families, and clinical teams to promote positive dining experiences and nutritional well-being.

Responsibilities include checking trays, assisting with diet changes under the Dietary Supervisor, maintaining records, and ensuring food safety.