Senior Dining & Nutrition Aide

Cedar Mountain House; Brevard (NC); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cedar Mountain House is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and help provide nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. The role focuses on meal preparation, serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience in a compassionate eldercare environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and a willingness to learn and follow food safety protocols. Prior food service experience is welcome but not required, with opportunities for professional development offered

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work efficiently as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, portioning and serving meals per dietary plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen and dining areas.
• Provide meal assistance and support residents at meals.
• Follow food safety protocols for storage, handling and sanitation.
• Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies and report shortages.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting senior care through food and nutrition?
Cedar Mountain House is seeking an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents at Cedar Mountain House.

Why Join Cedar Mountain House?

At Cedar Mountain House, we foster a culture of compassion, leadership, and growth—for our residents and our team. We offer:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• Company-paid life insurance

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meal Assistance: Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and special requests.

• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas. Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment as needed.

• Resident Support: Provide meal assistance to residents as needed, including helping with meal setup and serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience.

• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols, including proper food storage, handling, and sanitation practices, to ensure food is safe for consumption.

• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies, checking inventory, and notifying the Dietary Manager of any shortages or supply needs.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the dietary team to ensure the kitchen and dining areas run smoothly, assisting with food prep and meal service as directed.

• Resident Engagement: Assist in fulfilling special dietary requests and ensuring residents’ individual preferences and needs are met during meal times.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

• Previous experience in a food service role (preferred, but not required)

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

• Ability to follow directions and work efficiently as part of a team

• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

If you’re dedicated to helping seniors enjoy nutritious meals and want to make a positive impact, apply today to join the Cedar Mountain House team!