Dietary Aide: Warm Meals & Resident Care

Campbell Street; Jefferson (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance (Long/Short-Term)

401(k) Matching

Same-Day Pay

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Campbell Street in Jefferson, IA is seeking a Dining Service Dietary Aide to provide meals and friendly, resident-centered service during day shifts. You will prepare meals, help with trays, and ensure safe food handling and sanitation in a caring, respectful environment.

The role emphasizes courteous communication, adherence to schedules, safety procedures, and proper documentation. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and paid time off, with opportunities to grow in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma, or equivalent, or be in school.
• Able to read, write, understand and communicate in English at a minimum of 8th grade proficiency.
• Presents clear verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages per recipe.
• Perform food preparation, covering, storage, and labeling tasks as assigned.
• Arrange trays or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
• Serve meals to residents in accordance with established schedules, dietary procedures and resident rights/quality of life principles.
• Deliver nourishment and supplements to the nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of all kitchen equipment, utensils, counters, and preparation and storage areas according to established schedules and policies.
• Clear tables and remove dishes, trays, and utensils from the dining room to the dishwashing area.
• Scrape, empty soiled dishes, dispose of waste, properly load dish machine, and operate automated dishwashing solution dispensing systems; record wash and rinse temperatures as requested.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Campbell Street in Jefferson, IA is seeking a Dining Service Dietary Aide to provide meals and friendly, resident-centered service during day shifts. You will prepare meals, help with trays, and ensure safe food handling and sanitation in a caring, respectful environment.

The role emphasizes courteous communication, adherence to schedules, safety procedures, and proper documentation. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and paid time off, with opportunities to grow in a supportive team.