Resident Dining & Meal Service Aide

Hobart Nursing Center; Hobart (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hobart Nursing Center is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in preparing, serving, and delivering meals to residents in accordance with dietary guidelines and resident preferences. You will help maintain a clean, safe dining area and support the dietary team in daily operations.

Responsibilities include portioning meals, accommodating special diets and allergies, assisting with inventory, following safety and infection control protocols, and providing friendly interactions with residents

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in dietary services, food service, or healthcare preferred.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and infection control practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 25–50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation and serving according to approved menus and dietary specifications.
• Deliver meals to residents in a timely and courteous manner.
• Ensure proper portion sizes and accommodate special diets, allergies, or texture modifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas, kitchen, and equipment.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment according to safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with inventory management, stocking supplies, and reporting shortages.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and facility protocols.
• Provide friendly, respectful interaction with residents during meals and snack service.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Food safety

Infection control

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The Hobart Nursing Center is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in preparing, serving, and delivering meals to residents in accordance with dietary guidelines and resident preferences. You will help maintain a clean, safe dining area and support the dietary team in daily operations.

Responsibilities include portioning meals, accommodating special diets and allergies, assisting with inventory, following safety and infection control protocols, and providing friendly interactions with residents