Senior Living Dietary Aide – Compassionate Dining

LCS (Life Care Services); Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

PTO & holidays

Engaging work environment

Job summary

The Dietary Aide at LCS (Life Care Services) is responsible for preparing and serving therapeutic diet trays to Health Center residents in Plymouth, MN, ensuring meals meet posted dietary orders. This full-time role supports a team delivering high-quality resident care and sustains a clean, safe dining environment.

Responsibilities include preparing desserts/salads, serving meals, maintaining dining areas, and transporting foods and supplies within the Health Center, all while adhering to safety

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Previous experience in food service, restaurants, retail, customer service, or a similar hospitality setting preferred.
• Experience in senior living, nursing homes, hospitals, or healthcare settings is a plus.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to follow instructions, understand dietary orders, and communicate effectively with residents and team members.
• Willingness and ability to learn Point-of-Sale (POS) systems, medical diets, food allergies, and dietary restrictions.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure meal orders are accurate and residents' dietary needs are met.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful when interacting with older adults.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and workflows in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented, with a commitment to providing excellent resident service.
• Ability to consistently report to scheduled shifts on time.

Responsibilities

• Prepare therapeutic desserts and salads as required.
• Serve meals in the Health Center.
• Set up and clear tables in the Health Center dining room.
• Transport hot and cold foods to and from the Health Center.
• Transport necessary food service supplies and non-food items to and from the Health Center.
• Maintain equipment, workstations, and dining areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.

Skills

English proficiency

Food service experience

Attention to detail

Compassionate service

Team player

Punctual

POS systems

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

POS systems

Job description

The Dietary Aide at LCS (Life Care Services) is responsible for preparing and serving therapeutic diet trays to Health Center residents in Plymouth, MN, ensuring meals meet posted dietary orders. This full-time role supports a team delivering high-quality resident care and sustains a clean, safe dining environment.

Responsibilities include preparing desserts/salads, serving meals, maintaining dining areas, and transporting foods and supplies within the Health Center, all while adhering to safety