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Benchmark Senior Living
Dietary Aide
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A Dietary Aide works in kitchens such as hospital kitchens where cooking is done to meet specific dietary requirements. Assists with food preparation and other tasks.
$42,490 / year median in Connecticut
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 11:00 PM
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN REDDING, CT
Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling. Meadow Ridge is the premier life care retirement community in Fairfield County, located on 136 acres in beautiful Redding, Connecticut. In this unique and enriching environment, we offer Independent and Assisted Living apartment homes, as well as a skilled Health Center where we provide our residents with quality care and services. We're seeking Dietary Aides who share our passion and commitment to making Meadow Ridge the Benchmark for providing service and care service to our residents. FT and PT opportunities available Weekend availability required. Hourly wage range $17 -$18.25 Responsibilities Provides dining service to Residents, guests and family members as needed. Prepares trays and serves food according to menus and following therapeutic diet orders. Maintains or exceeds standards of appearance, cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards. Follows daily and weekly cleaning schedules. Maintains all side stations and dining areas using the "clean as you go" policy. Keeps work areas clean and maintains sanitary conditions. Requirements Must be able to follow written and oral instructions Must have knowledge of dietary procedures and related Health Department regulations and guidelines for food service operations Must be able to serve food and beverages for residents in a prompt and efficient manner Be able to lift up to 50lbs. As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match- Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off
- Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.