Food Service / Dietary Aide Weekends

Cascades at Riverwalk; Midvale (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Cascades at Riverwalk in Midvale, Utah is seeking a Part-Time Dietary Aide to support meals for residents in a skilled nursing setting. You will follow menus, assist with tray assembly, and help deliver meals with care and respect.

We value teamwork, reliable performance, and a willingness to learn. The role requires a high school diploma or enrollment in courses, plus prior kitchen or institutional dining experience; physical ability to lift up to 50–100 lbs and stand long hours is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or enrollment in current high school courses.
• Experience working in the kitchen of institutions that provide meals to large groups is preferred.
• Experience cooking in a Skilled Nursing Facility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold meals and beverages according to menus, recipes, and dietary needs.
• Review tray cards for allergies, preferences, and special instructions.
• Assemble meal trays with correct dishware and adaptive equipment.
• Serve meals and assist with delivery to residents.
• Prepare and stock snack carts.
• Clean dishes, utensils, and food prep areas after use.
• Follow established cleaning schedules and procedures.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards.
• Communicate respectfully with residents, staff, and visitors.
• Attend trainings/meetings and support additional assigned tasks.

Skills

Food service

Teamwork

Communication

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in high school courses

Job description

Part Time Dietary Aide

Cascades at Riverwalk - Midvale, Utah

Cascades at Riverwalk is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community where compassionate care and professional growth go hand in hand. We proudly serve residents who depend on us for both long-term and short-term care, and we're always interested in connecting with dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence.

If you're looking for a workplace with a supportive team, appreciative residents, and opportunities to grow your career, Cascades at Riverwalk may be the right fit for you.

What you'll do:

• Prepare hot and cold meals and beverages according to menus, recipes, and dietary needs
• Review tray cards for allergies, preferences, and special instructions
• Assemble meal trays with correct dishware and adaptive equipment
• Serve meals and assist with delivery to residents
• Prepare and stock snack carts
• Clean dishes, utensils, and food prep areas after use
• Follow established cleaning schedules and procedures
• Maintain infection control and safety standards
• Communicate respectfully with residents, staff, and visitors
• Attend trainings/meetings and support additional assigned tasks

What we're looking for:

• High school diploma, equivalent, or enrollment in current high school courses
• Experience working in the kitchen of institutions that provide meals to large groups on a daily basis
• Experience cooking in a Skilled Nursing Facility a plus
• Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:
• Exposure to body fluids and communicable diseases
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting objects
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50-100 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met
• Mu
• st meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the facility

Why us:

Our Dietary Aide's care for a geriatric population that depends on consistent, knowledgeable, and compassionate care. We value teamwork, respect, and professional development-and we're proud of the supportive environment we've built.

If you're a Dietary Aide who takes pride in providing quality care and wants to be part of a supportive, people-first team, we'd love to hear from you.