Overview Join our dedicated dietary team as a Dietary Aide and play a vital role in delivering nutritious, delicious meals to our residents. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will assist with food preparation, service, and sanitation while ensuring all dietary needs are met with precision and care. Your efforts will directly contribute to the well-being and satisfaction of our residents, fostering a warm and welcoming environment. This paid position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your culinary skills and gain valuable experience in a supportive healthcare setting. Duties Assist with food production and meal preparation in accordance with dietary guidelines and safety standards Serve meals to residents with professionalism, ensuring adherence to individual dietary requirements and preferences Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, dining areas, and food handling surfaces following food safety protocols Operate kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, mixers, and dishwashers, while practicing proper manual handling techniques Support the dietary department by managing inventory, stocking supplies, and ensuring proper storage of food items Follow workplace safety procedures including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe lifting practices during heavy lifting tasks Work collaboratively with nursing staff to accommodate special diets for geriatric patients or residents with specific health needs Qualifications Previous experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or the food industry is highly preferred Knowledge of food production, preparation, serving, and sanitation standards Familiarity with operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Strong time management skills to handle meal schedules and multiple responsibilities effectively Ability to work with geriatric patients or residents requiring special dietary considerations Basic math skills for portion control and inventory management Commitment to workplace safety practices including proper manual handling and PPE use Demonstrated customer service skills with a positive attitude toward residents and team members Embark on a meaningful career where your dedication ensures our residents enjoy nutritious meals in a safe environment. We value energetic individuals eager to make a difference through compassionate service and culinary excellence.