Dietary Server and Prep Aide

Lowry Hills Care & Rehabilitation Center; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tapcheck – access earned wages

Ongoing Training & Career Development

Collaborative and inclusive team

Job summary

Lowry Hills Care & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a caring Part-time Dietary Server and Prep Aide to join our Dietary Team in a skilled nursing setting. The role supports meal prep, service, and clean-up to ensure residents receive nourishing, timely meals.

Shift is Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM with pay rate $17.00–$20.00 per hour, dependent on experience. The position offers benefits and ongoing training within a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• One year’s work in a large-scale cooking operation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists cooks as directed by the supervisor.
• Prepares and labels nourishments according to center procedures.
• Prepares and portions desserts, salads and other non-entrée foods into dishes; pours beverages.
• Follows production sheets and pre-preparation sheets or guidelines when appropriate.
• Completes pre-preparation as needed including washing, peeling and cutting vegetables and fruits.
• Cleans the equipment and work area after each use; sweeps and mops kitchen floors; takes trash to dumpster; washes pots and pans.
• Meets meal schedules and assists in meal service.
• Washes dishes and silverware and assists with cleaning of equipment and kitchen as assigned.
• Sets up before meal service and cleans up after serving line.

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalent

One year’s work in a large-scale cooking operation

Job description

We are currently seeking a caring and dependable Part‑time Dietary Server and Prep Aide who is looking for an opportunity to share your skills and experience with our Dietary Team and to introduce or reintroduce yourself to the medical field, in a position that can grow in so many ways. You will work in a skilled nursing environment, making a tremendous difference in the lives of your patients and helping them regain a quality of life. If you have a true passion for providing seniors with unparalleled short- and long‑term care, and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you.

Why Join Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation?

At Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation, we believe our team is the foundation of exceptional care. We are proud to foster a workplace culture built on compassion, respect, and professional growth. Whether you're providing direct care or supporting our operations, your contributions are deeply valued and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

What We Offer?

• Competitive Salaries that recognize your skills and dedication
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being
• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can recharge and take care of what matters most
• Tapcheck - Access your earned wages before payday
• Ongoing Training & Career Development to help you grow professionally
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment where your voice matters

Shift: Monday - Thursday 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Pay Rate $17.00 - $20.00/ hour depending on experience

Join us and become part of a community that cares deeply—for our residents, for each other, and for the future of skilled nursing care.

Position Description

Responsible for performing a variety of tasks in the preparation, service, and clean up for meals served to residents in the nursing center. Maintains an attractive and sanitary dining room, meal service and delivery.

Principal Responsibilities

• Assists cooks as directed by the supervisor.
• Prepares and labels nourishments according to center procedures.
• Prepares and portions desserts, salads and other non-entre foods into dishes; pours beverages.
• Follows production sheets and pre-preparation sheets or guidelines when appropriate.
• Completes pre-preparation as needed or assigned including washing, peeling and cutting vegetables and fruits to prepare for use; Slices meat and measures or weighs for menu compliance and nutrition accuracy.
• Follows the cleaning schedule; Cleans the equipment and work area after each use; Sweeps and mops kitchen floors as assigned; Takes trash to dumpster as assigned; Washes pots and pans as assigned.
• Assumes responsibility for meeting meal schedules.
• Washes dishes and silverware according to dishwashing procedure; Puts clean dishes and silverware away; Assists with cleaning of equipment, dishes, silverware and kitchen as assigned.
• Assists in preparation of food items and tray lines; Works on meal tray serving line. Set-up before start of meal service. Breaks down area and cleans-up at end of serving line.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• One year’s work in a large-scale cooking operation, preferred.

Affirmative Action Statement

Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.