Senior Nutrition Aide: Compassionate Meals & Care

Lifeattheviridian; New Bern (NC); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Viridian in New Bern, NC seeks a friendly Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and support nutritious, resident-centered meals. You will assist in meal service, sanitation, and everyday kitchen tasks to help our residents enjoy their dining experience.

We value compassion, reliability, and teamwork. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, life insurance, and ongoing development opportunities. No late-night shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience in a food service role is preferred.
• 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 the kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Resident Support: Assist with meal setup, serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols for storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies; notify shortages.
• Team Collaboration: Work with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Resident Engagement: Fulfill special dietary requests and respect individual preferences during meals.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join The Viridian?

At The Viridian, 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 The Viridian team!