PRN: Dietary Aide

Sunshine Meadows; Kansas; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Meadows in Buhler, KS is seeking a Dietary Aide to support meal preparation, service, and sanitation in a clean, welcoming dining environment.

You will follow dietary guidelines, assist with setting up dining areas, deliver trays, and maintain safety standards while delivering friendly service to residents.

No prior healthcare experience required; high school diploma preferred; ability to lift up to 25 pounds and work with a team is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No prior healthcare experience required.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work in a team.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving meals to residents according to dietary guidelines and menu specifications
• Set up dining areas and deliver trays or meals to residents as needed
• Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment; maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas
• Follow food safety and infection control procedures
• Ensure all food items are properly labeled and stored
• Provide excellent customer service and foster positive relationships with residents
• Support the dietary team in daily kitchen operations and tasks as assigned
• Report any resident concerns or dietary issues to the supervisor promptly
• Meet PRN Hours requirement

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Dependable

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Buhler, KS 67522

The Dietary Aide plays a vital role in ensuring residents receive nutritious, delicious meals in a clean and welcoming environment. This team member supports the kitchen by assisting with meal preparation, serving food, cleaning, and maintaining proper sanitation standards.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparing and serving meals to residents according to dietary guidelines and menu specifications
• Set up dining areas and deliver trays or meals to residents as needed
• Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment; maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas
• Follow food safety and infection control procedures
• Ensure all food items are properly labeled and stored
• Provide excellent customer service and foster positive relationships with residents
• Support the dietary team in daily kitchen operations and tasks as assigned
• Report any resident concerns or dietary issues to the supervisor promptly
• Meet PRN Hours requirement

Dietary Aide QualificationsQualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in food service or healthcare setting is a plus, but not required
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work in a team environment
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods