Dietary/Cook - Highland House

AmeriCare Plus; Clifton Forge (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland House Assisted Living in Clifton Forge, VA is seeking a dependable Dietary Aide/Cook to prepare nutritious meals and provide a pleasant dining experience for residents. The role runs 7a–7p, Monday through Friday, with responsibilities including meal prep, tray setup, serving meals, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.

Teamwork, reliability, and following safety guidelines are essential. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of residents in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Food service experience preferred (but not required).
• Willingness to follow safety and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and tray setup.
• Serve meals in the dining area with courtesy and professionalism.
• Follow dietary guidelines and special meal plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Wash dishes and assist with kitchen cleanup.
• Support a warm, welcoming dining environment for residents.

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen

Teamwork

Dependable

Food service experience

Safety & sanitation

Job description

Now Hiring: Dietary Aide/Cook

Highland House Assisted Living | Clifton Forge, Virginia (7a - 7p) M-F (EOW)

Highland House Assisted Living is seeking a dependable and compassionate Dietary Aide/Cook to join our team. This role is essential in providing nutritious meals and a pleasant dining experience for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and tray setup
• Serve meals in the dining area with courtesy and professionalism
• Follow dietary guidelines and special meal plans
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and dining areas
• Wash dishes and assist with kitchen cleanup
• Support a warm, welcoming dining environment for residents

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Dependable and punctual
• Food service experience preferred (but not required)
• Willingness to follow safety and sanitation guidelines

Why Join Highland House?

• Supportive, team-oriented workplace
• Meaningful work serving seniors in your community
• Opportunities to grow in healthcare and hospitality
• Competitive pay based on experience

Be part of a team that makes every meal meaningful.