Dietary Aide Supervisor

Forefront; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and vacation time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Grand Rapids is looking for a Dietary Aide Supervisor to lead dietary operations and ensure high-quality meal service for patients. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, knowledge of dietary needs, and excellent communication skills. The position offers benefits including health insurance and PTO, and the wage ranges from $18 to $21 per hour.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service with leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Comfortable with basic computer tasks (Microsoft Office, digital documentation).

Responsibilities

• Lead the team: assign and supervise daily tasks for dietary aides.
• Ensure meal quality: maintain food service lines with a focus on accuracy.
• Support patient care: assemble trays according to individual dietary needs.
• Uphold safety and sanitation: follow all safety and infection prevention protocols.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Knowledge of dietary restrictions

Basic computer tasks

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Dietary Aide Supervisor

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Job Overview

Forefront Healthcare is looking for a Dietary Aide Supervisor to join our compassionate and dedicated dietary team. In this role, you’ll take the lead on daily operations, ensuring smooth meal service and high-quality care for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team: assign and supervise daily tasks for dietary aides, ensuring organization and support.
• Ensure meal quality: prepare and maintain food service lines with a focus on accuracy, freshness, and presentation.
• Support patient care: assemble trays according to individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring compliance with diet orders.
• Maintain patient data: update a patient dietary database, including special diets, food allergies, and personal preferences.
• Uphold safety and sanitation: follow all safety, sanitation, and infection prevention protocols.
• Act as the go‑to resource: provide point‑of‑contact for questions, problem‑solving, and training new team members.
• Fill in other open positions as needed.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service with leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions, allergies, and special diets.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Comfortable with basic computer tasks (Microsoft Office, digital documentation).
• ServSafe Certification preferred or willingness to obtain within 90 days.
• Dependable, organized, and ready to lead by example.

Benefits

• PTO and vacation time
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Consistent hours with M‑F rotating weekends and holidays

Why Join Us?

• Mission‑driven team that makes a daily impact on patient health and well‑being
• Growth opportunities—promotion from within
• Supportive leadership and positive work culture
• Stable healthcare setting with consistent hours

Hourly wage range: $18–$21

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.