Resident Nutrition Aide — Caring Kitchen Support

Optalis Healthcare; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare seeks a Culinary Team Member to assist in meal preparation, service, and delivery to residents. The role emphasizes maintaining a clean, safe kitchen and dining areas while supporting resident satisfaction and nutrition services.

You will follow standardized recipes, assist in tray delivery, and uphold infection control and safety policies in a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Healthcare food service experience in healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing meals according to menus and standardized recipes.
• Support meal service and tray delivery to residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and utensils.
• Store food and supplies properly, rotating stock to minimize waste.
• Follow infection control and food safety policies.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with survey and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of food service safety and sanitation.
• Customer Service.
• Organizational and teamwork skills.
• Communication abilities to support staff and residents.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Respect for residents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Optalis Healthcare seeks a Culinary Team Member to assist in meal preparation, service, and delivery to residents. The role emphasizes maintaining a clean, safe kitchen and dining areas while supporting resident satisfaction and nutrition services.

You will follow standardized recipes, assist in tray delivery, and uphold infection control and safety policies in a healthcare environment.