Dietary Services Aide

AGAPE; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Agape invites applications for a Diet ary Aide role within its care facility. The position focuses on setting up dining areas, assisting with meal preparation under supervision, and maintaining strict sanitation and safety standards.

You will work closely with dietary and kitchen staff to ensure residents receive safe, timely meals. We value a friendly, communicative team player who can perform physical tasks and follow procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines for a hygienic environment.
• Experience in food-service or healthcare is helpful but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Friendly demeanor with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up tables and dining areas with precision, cleanliness and order.
• Prepare meals under guidance of dietary manager or cook, following safety standards.
• Follow sanitation and safety procedures.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Perform physical tasks such as standing, lifting, bending, carrying items.
• Assist in post-meal cleanup by clearing dining areas and collecting plates and utensils.
• Maintain hygiene by disposing of leftovers and taking out garbage.
• Keep food stations clean, wash dishes, and equipment.
• Monitor ingredient stock levels and maintain inventory.
• Contribute to upkeep of kitchen equipment and appliances.

Skills

Sanitation knowledge

Meal preparation

Teamwork

Communication

Fast-paced work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team at Agape as a Dietary Aide

Responsible for maintaining setting up tables and ensuring that dining areas are clean, sanitary, and organized. Prepare meals under the guidance of a dietary manager or cook at Agape - A Waters Community. Duties include washing and sanitizing dishes, utensils, cookware, and food-service equipment; maintaining cleanliness of kitchen surfaces and floors; properly storing clean items; removing trash; and following all food-safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures. Works cooperatively with all dietary and kitchen staff to ensure residents receive safe and timely meal service.

At the Agape, we care for our residents like family. Our competent, warm staff is invested in each patient's physical and emotional welfare and is dedicated to fostering a comfortable home-like environment where our residents can thrive.

Dietary Aide Responsibilities:

• Set up tables and dining areas with precision, emphasizing cleanliness and order.
• Prepare meals under the guidance of a dietary manager or cook, ensuring adherence to instructions and safety standards.
• Ability to follow sanitation and safety procedures
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Perform physical tasks such as standing for extended periods, lifting, bending, and carrying items.
• Set up tables and dining areas with precision, emphasizing cleanliness and order.
• Assist in post-meal cleanup by clearing dining areas and collecting plates and utensils.
• Maintain hygiene by disposing of leftovers and taking out garbage.
• Keep food stations clean, wash dishes, cooking equipment, and silverware.
• Monitor ingredient stock levels and maintain inventory.
• Contribute to the upkeep of kitchen equipment and appliances.

Skills You Bring as a Dietary Aide:

• Previous food-service or healthcare experience is helpful but not required.
• Knowledgeable about sanitation and safety guidelines, ensuring a hygienic environment.
• Skilled in meal preparation according to instructions, utilizing cookware and appliances effectively.
• Friendly demeanor with good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent

We want you! Your career growth and future starts here!

Join our team as a Dietary Aide and play a pivotal role on our team and for your career!