Senior Nutrition & Dining Aide — Compassionate Kitchen Support

The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills; Rocky Mount (NC); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 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

The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents. You will help prepare, portion, and serve meals according to dietary plans, while maintaining safety and sanitation standards in a supportive senior living environment.

Strong teamwork and communication are essential as you collaborate with the dietary staff to ensure a positive dining experience for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous food service experience 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

• Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and special requests.
• Assist in maintaining kitchen and dining area cleanliness and organization; wash dishes and equipment as needed.
• Provide meal assistance to residents, including setup and serving, to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Follow all food safety protocols including storage, handling, and sanitation to keep food safe for consumption.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies, noting shortages and needs for the Dietary Manager.
• Collaborate with the dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
• Fulfill special dietary requests and accommodate residents' preferences during meals.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork & communication

Resident-focused service

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Why Join The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills?

At The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills, 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 Landings of Rocky Mount Mills team!