Dietary Assistant

Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

Oak Knoll Rehab & Healthcare Center in Framingham, MA is seeking a reliable Dietary Assistant to support our residents' health by preparing and serving meals in a safe, sanitary environment. You will work with the Food Service Manager and Dietitian to follow menus and therapeutic diets.

This role offers consistent part-time hours with opportunities for more, a competitive hourly wage, and a team-focused culture where you can directly impact resident comfort and nutrition.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow oral/written instructions in English.
• Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Familiarity with dietary restrictions and therapeutic diets is a plus.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and lift during shift.

Responsibilities

• Follow menus and production schedules with the Dietitian and Food Service Manager.
• Prepare, portion, and serve meals according to therapeutic diets and resident preferences.
• Set up trays/place settings based on individual dietary needs.
• Prepare snacks, beverages, and nourishments.
• Assist in stocking, storing food, and organizing supplies.
• Clean kitchen areas, dishes, utensils, and equipment per sanitation guidelines.
• Follow all food safety and infection control protocols.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work environment.
• Assist during mealtimes and help ensure timely delivery of food.
• Attend departmental meetings and perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Team collaboration

Food safety knowledge

Physical stamina

Job description

Dietary Assistant

Join the dedicated Dietary Team at Oak Knoll Rehab & Healthcare Center, where your work supports the health and well-being of our residents. We're looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Dietary Assistant to help prepare and serve meals in a safe, sanitary, and compassionate environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Food Service Manager and Dietitian to follow menus and production schedules
• Prepare, portion, and serve meals according to therapeutic diets and resident preferences
• Set up trays/place settings based on individual dietary needs
• Prepare snacks, beverages, and nourishments
• Assist in stocking, storing food, and organizing supplies
• Clean kitchen areas, dishes, utensils, and equipment per sanitation guidelines
• Follow all food safety and infection control protocols
• Maintain a neat and orderly work environment
• Support vending par level preparation (snacks, entrees, etc.)
• Assist during mealtimes and help ensure timely delivery of food
• Attend departmental meetings and perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Prior food service experience preferred (especially in healthcare)
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral/written instructions in English
• Familiarity with dietary restrictions and therapeutic diets is a plus
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift throughout your shift
• Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Why Oak Knoll?

• Supportive and team-oriented environment
• Consistent part-time hours (with opportunity for more)
• Competitive hourly wage
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on resident health and comfort