Dietary Aide Supervisor

Forefront Culinary & Support Services; Kentwood (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare company as a Dietary Aide Supervisor, where you’ll lead a team, ensuring the highest quality meal service for patients. Enjoy growth opportunities within a supportive work culture and a consistent schedule, along with competitive benefits including paid time off and insurance. Be a part of a mission-driven team impacting patient health daily.

Benefits

PTO

Vacation time

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service — lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and special diets.
• Dependable, organized, and ready to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team by assigning and overseeing daily tasks.
• Ensure meal quality and maintain food service lines.
• Support patient care by assembling trays according to dietary needs.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Leadership

Education

ServSafe Certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Forefront Healthcare is looking for a Dietary Aide Supervisor in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We aregrowing quickly. Come elevate your career with our company that has won the #1 Best places to work byModern Healthcare.

You will be on a team of people that will support you! This is a great time to join our company, we are growing quickly! Come and make an impact!

M-F rotating weekends & holidays

WE OFFER AMAZING BENEFITS! PTO, Vacation time, Holidays, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k),Employee Assistance Program, and much more!Check out our website:https://forefronthealthcare.com/

Job Description

Are you a natural leader who’s passionate about food, service, and making a meaningful impact in healthcare?
We’re 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. You'll set the tone for excellence — not only in how we serve food, but in how we show care and respect through every meal.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the Team: Assign and oversee daily tasks for dietary aides, helping the team stay organized, supported, and successful.
• 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.
• Manage Patient Data: Maintain and update a patient dietary database, including special diets, food allergies, and personal preferences — accuracy is key.
• Keep It Safe & Sanitary: Uphold all safety, sanitation, and infection prevention protocols — because clean service is quality service.
• Be the Go-To Resource: Serve as the point person for questions, problem-solving, and training new team members.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Prior experience in food service — lead or supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions, allergies, and special diets (we’ll train you too!)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Comfort 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

Additional Information

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven team that makes a daily impact on patient health and well-being
• Growth opportunities — we promote from within
• Supportive leadership and a positive work culture
• Consistent hours and a stable healthcare setting

Ready to step up, lead, and serve with heart?
Apply today and help us deliver comfort, care, and connection through every plate.

Hourly wage range: $18-$21

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