Senior Living Dining Aide — Meal Prep & Resident Service

Healthcare Services Group, Inc; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

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Job summary

Healthcare Services Group, Inc. is seeking a Dietary Aide to prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. You will help with food prep, portion meals, and maintain clean dining areas while ensuring safety and high-quality service.

The role requires teamwork, adherence to dietary needs, and compliance with infection-control and safety policies. This on-site position offers hands-on training and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in food service or kitchen environment is preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
• Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies
• Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 30 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
• Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required based on State / County law.
• Residency within the service area required

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads.
• Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and dining areas.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests, providing excellent customer service.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service experience

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Vaccination policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Healthcare Services Group, Inc. is seeking a Dietary Aide to prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. You will help with food prep, portion meals, and maintain clean dining areas while ensuring safety and high-quality service.

The role requires teamwork, adherence to dietary needs, and compliance with infection-control and safety policies. This on-site position offers hands-on training and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.