Dietary Assistant - Full Time

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS); Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

403(b) with discretionary contribution

Paid Time Off + Personal Days

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives

Get paid early

Referral bonuses & scholarship

Job summary

The Gulf Coast Village in Cape Coral, FL is seeking a Full Time Dietary Assistant to join our care-focused team. You will provide dining services to residents, guests and families, prepare trays, and ensure meals align with therapeutic diet orders.

This role requires flexibility for nights, weekends and holidays within a supportive environment. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities in a welcoming campus setting.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work flexible schedule to include nights, holidays and weekend.
• Provides dining service to Residents, guests and family members as needed. Busses soiled dishes for care center and AL dining areas
• Prepares trays and serves food according to menus and following therapeutic diet orders.
• Follows all policies and procedures relating to food service to meet or exceed community standards.
• Maintains or exceeds standards of appearance, cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards.
• Follows daily and weekly cleaning schedules. Keeps work areas clean and maintains sanitary conditions. Maintains all side stations and dining areas using the "clean as you go" policy.
• Practices all safety and loss prevention procedures.
• Restocks supplies as needed.
• Maintain ServSafe Certification

Responsibilities

• Provide dining service to Residents, guests and family members as needed.
• Bus soiled dishes for care center and AL dining areas and maintain dining areas.
• Prepare trays and serve food according to menus and following therapeutic diet orders.
• Follow policies and procedures relating to food service to meet or exceed community standards.
• Maintain appearance, cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards.
• Follow daily and weekly cleaning schedules; keep work areas clean and sanitary.
• Practice safety and loss prevention procedures.
• Restock supplies as needed.
• Maintain ServSafe Certification

Job description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose. Join Gulf Coast Village as a Full Time Dietary Assistant in beautiful Cape Coral, FL. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. Pay Range: $15.60-$16.64

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Must be available to work flexible schedule to include nights, holidays and weekend.
• Provides dining service to Residents, guests and family members as needed. Busses soiled dishes for care center and AL dining areas
• Prepares trays and serves food according to menus and following therapeutic diet orders.
• Follows all policies and procedures relating to food service to meet or exceed community standards.
• Maintains or exceeds standards of appearance, cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards.
• Follows daily and weekly cleaning schedules. Keeps work areas clean and maintains sanitary conditions. Maintains all side stations and dining areas using the "clean as you go" policy.
• Practices all safety and loss prevention procedures.
• Restocks supplies as needed.
• Maintain ServSafe Certification

About Us

The Gulf Coast Village is where we provide independent living apartments, assisted living with memory care, skilled nursing, rehab, home care and home health – the complete continuum of care. Located within the beautiful Gulf Coast Village continuing care retirement community in Cape Coral, Palmview is open to anyone who could benefit from a little extra support and compassionate care. The surrounding Cape Coral area adds to the appeal, offering residents access to scenic waterfront canals, nature preserves, and a variety of local dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation opportunities that reflect the relaxed Southwest Florida lifestyle.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.