Nutritional Aide

Senior Neighbors; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan (401k)

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Senior Neighbors Grand Rapids Center is seeking a part-time Nutritional Aide to support the center's daily nutrition operations and activities. You will assist with meal service, volunteer supervision, and program reporting, while helping develop engaging activities for seniors.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and ServSafe certification within one year of hire. Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ServSafe Food Handlers Certification within 1 year.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups.
• Experience with older adults preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time.
• Ability to work independently and handle stressful situations.
• Willingness to adapt to changing duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup, serving and cleanup for the nutrition program.
• Assist in supervising volunteers and staff in the meal program.
• Assist in clerical and statistical reporting of the nutrition program.
• Assist in developing activity programs and scheduling activities.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Food Handlers Certified

Job description

Nutritional Aide

Date Posted: August 18, 2026

Job Type: Part-time (25 hours per week)

Salary: $14.75-$15.45 hourly, commensurate with experience

Supervisor: Manager of Center Services

Location: Senior Neighbors Grand Rapids Center

Position Summary

To assist the center coordinator in daily operations and development of the congregate meals programs and other center activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. *Other duties as assigned.

• Assist in the setup, serving and cleanup for the nutrition program.

• Assist in the supervision of volunteers and/or staff in the meal program, and specific center projects as directed.

• Assist in clerical and statistical reporting of the nutrition program and other center activities as directed.

• Assist in developing activity programs, organizing activity leaders, scheduling activities and programs, promoting participation and providing materials and supplies as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Senior Neighbors is an equal opportunity employer.

• Committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and a racism-free culture in the workplace and our community.

• Committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please contact us.

• Provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

*Other duties - Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Become ServSafe food handlers Certified within one year of hire date required.

Competencies

• Basic written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to understand and effectively work with a wide variety of human dynamics and behavior.

• Positive attitude, knowledge of general business etiquette, ability to speak with community members and work well with volunteers and committees.

• Experience and understanding working with older adults including their value to the community.

• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work independently.

• Ability to handle stressful situations and creatively solve problems in a positive manner.

• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations, creatively solve problems, make decisions, and accept responsibility for the consequences.

• Ability to understand and take directions from peers or leadership.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with related organizations/agencies, participants, public and other members of the Senior Neighbors team.

Special Licensing

• ServSafe Food Handlers Certified.

Expected Hours of Work

• Standard office hours are M-F 8:00 am-4:30 pm.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• May be required to work in excessive heat and cold in association with the role.

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program