Find & Apply For Dietary Aide Jobs in Springfield, Minnesota

About the

Role:

We are seeking a dependable and flexible Dietary Aide to join our team on a full-time basis. This position supports our residents by assisting with meal service, kitchen duties, and maintaining a clean and safe dining environment. Employees in this role are scheduled daytime hours 7:00 am - 1:30 pm during the weekdays and weekend hours are 5:00 am - 1:30 pm, required to work every other weekend and a every other holiday rotation. Employees will average about 32 hours per week, with the potential to pick up additional hours.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulationsPrevious experience in a dietary or food service roleAbility to operate kitchen equipment and appliances

Responsibilities:

Provide dietary information for use by dietary personnel in preparation of foods for our residents.

Assists cooks related to food prep of meals and supplements/snacks and serving residents.

Understands residents dietary needs.

Perform defined work routines/checklist as assigned such as dishwashing, cleaning duties, basic sanitation procedures as established by state and federal regulations.

Skills:

As a Dietary Aide, you will use your knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations to ensure that meals are prepared safely and according to dietary restrictions. You will also use your excellent communication and interpersonal skills to provide excellent customer service to residents and their families. Additionally, you will use your ability to work in a fast-paced environment to keep up with the demands of the job. Your knowledge of therapeutic diets and menu planning will be essential in ensuring that our residents receive the best possible nutritional care. Finally, your ability to operate kitchen equipment and appliances will be crucial in the preparation and serving of meals.

Our Community:

St. John Lutheran Home, located in Springfield, Minnesota, was founded in 1901 as St. Johns Hospital and Nursing Home. Over the years, it has evolved into St. Johns Circle of Care, an intergenerational care community and comprehensive senior living campus, committed to meeting the diverse needs of individuals as they age.

We offer a wide range of housing and services, including assisted living, dementia care, skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, and subsidized senior apartments. In addition to senior care, St. Johns fosters enriching connections through programs like GrandKids Daycare and V.I.K., which offer child daycare and Kindergarten Readiness programs, creating daily opportunities for interaction between children and seniors.