Part-Time Dietary Aide

MediLodge; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible pay options

Employee assistance program

Flexible scheduling

Unlimited referral bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge is seeking compassionate Dietary Aides to join our team in Michigan. You will assist with the preparation and service of meals, follow food safety procedures, and help ensure residents receive meals and snacks on time in a clean, supportive environment.

Ideal candidates have basic reading/writing skills, a desire to work in long‑term care, and are willing to obtain ServSafe or equivalent certification. Flexible scheduling and a team‑oriented culture are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Tenth grade or above desirable.
• ServSafe Food Safety Certification preferred, or other state/county required certification.
• Experience in food service is desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or portion foods for meals and events using proper food handling/safety techniques.
• Utilize standardized recipes to prepare items and serve meals attractively.
• Deliver meals on time to designated areas according to schedules.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and record temperatures.
• Label, date and store food properly.
• Keep work area clean and uncluttered during preparation and service.
• Assist in receiving, storing and verifying invoices for food and supplies as directed.
• Ensure adequate stock levels and report needs to supervisor.
• Operate equipment safely and report issues promptly.
• Teamwork with residents, families and staff to provide quality service.

Skills

Food safety

Communication

Reading & writing

Education

Tenth grade or above

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Facility: MediLodge of Westwood Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in the lives of others? MediLodge is seeking compassionate and dedicated Dietary Aides to join our team! In this vital role, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with our residents while providing essential services to meet their daily dietary needs.

Why MediLodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Why Choose MediLodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support available for your well-being.
• Flexible Scheduling: We offer various scheduling options—ask us about what works for you!
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses: Earn extra by referring others to join our team.

We value your contributions, and we want you to experience the professional success and personal fulfillment that comes with making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.

Summary The Dietary Aide assists with the preparation and service of food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for residents, as well as employees and special events, while maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Qualifications

Education:

• Tenth grade or above desirable

Licenses/Certification

• ServSafe Food Safety Certification preferred, or other food safety certification as required in state or county of facility.

Experience

• Experience in food service desired.

Job Functions

• Prepares and/or pre-portions food (such as beverages, salads, desserts, and other items) for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu for meals and snacks, as well as employees and special events using proper food handling/safety techniques.
• Utilizes standardized recipes to prepare menu items and ensures that food is served in an attractive, appetizing manner.
• Ensures that meals and snacks are delivered to designated areas according to established time schedules.
• Ensures that the proper quantity of food is prepared and/or pre-portioned within established time schedules.
• Maintains the proper temperature of food during preparation and service and records temperatures of food.
• Serves resident meals/snacks accurately in accordance with the planned menu, the resident’s diet order, and food preferences.
• Labels, dates, and stores food properly.
• Ensures that refrigerator/freezer temperatures are within the appropriate range and records temperatures on appropriate logs and reports any discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Washes dishes, etc. according to established procedures for manual and/or automatic dishwashing and records water temperatures and/or sanitizer on designated logs. Reports any problems with proper water temperature or sanitizer to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Keeps work area clean and uncluttered during preparation and service of food and performs cleaning assignments utilizing the proper cleaning chemicals.
• Ensures that dishes, etc. are readily available for the next meal, stores dishes, etc. in the proper location.
• Assists in receiving, storing, and verifying invoices for incoming food, supplies, etc. as indicated by the supervisor.
• Ensures that an adequate supply of food, supplies, etc. is always available. Reports inadequate stock levels to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Operates and maintains equipment in a clean and safe operating condition according to manufacturer and supervisory direction and reports all equipment problems to supervisor promptly.
• Makes recommendations to the supervisor regarding improvements in recipes, menus, production and service of food, equipment, etc. to enhance the quality of the food service.
• Works as a team member and interacts appropriately in a positive manner with residents, families, and visitors.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling techniques.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the job.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members.