Senior Living Dietary Aide: Nourish & Serve with Compassion

ALG Senior; Waughtown (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Magnolia Creek Assisted Living is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and help provide nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will assist with meal preparation, serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience in a compassionate, team-oriented environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and a genuine desire to work with the elderly; food safety knowledge and strong communication are essential. This role supports our residents daily with care and respect.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a food service is 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.

Responsibilities

• Meal Assistance: Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and special requests.
• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes, utensils, and equipment.
• Resident Support: Provide meal assistance to residents during meal setup and serving, ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols, including storage and sanitation.
• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving and storing food, check inventory, and report shortages.
• Team Collaboration: Work with dietary team to run kitchen and dining areas smoothly.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Magnolia Creek Assisted Living is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and help provide nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will assist with meal preparation, serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience in a compassionate, team-oriented environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and a genuine desire to work with the elderly; food safety knowledge and strong communication are essential. This role supports our residents daily with care and respect.