Healthcare Dietary Aide - Entry Level, Training Provided

August-Healthcar; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Entry-level opportunity

Job summary

August-Healthcar in Richmond, VA is seeking dependable Dietary Aides to support meal service and food operations within our facility. This entry-level role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy to diet orders, and maintaining cleanliness to protect resident well-being.

You will set up and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, and help follow infection control standards. Training is provided, and a supportive team environment helps you grow while contributing to resident care and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented, dependable and capable of working in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to follow diet guidelines and instructions from meal orders.
• Effective communication with residents and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Set up and assemble resident meal trays according to diet cards and menus.
• Deliver meal trays to nursing units and retrieve trays after meals.
• Assist with food prep, snacks, and supplements as directed.
• Prepare items for medication passes as scheduled.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain dining spaces and equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Follow instructions

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

August-Healthcar in Richmond, VA is seeking dependable Dietary Aides to support meal service and food operations within our facility. This entry-level role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy to diet orders, and maintaining cleanliness to protect resident well-being.

You will set up and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, and help follow infection control standards. Training is provided, and a supportive team environment helps you grow while contributing to resident care and satisfaction.