Dietary Aide Supervisor

Dietary Aide Supervisor Forefront Healthcare - 2.1 Grand Rapids, MI Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Computer literacy Dietary department experience Full Job Description Are you a natural leader who's passionate about food, service, and making a meaningful impact in healthcare? We're looking for a Dietary Aide Supervisor to join our compassionate and dedicated dietary team. In this role, you'll take the lead on daily operations, ensuring smooth meal service and high-quality care for our patients. You'll set the tone for excellence — not only in how we serve food, but in how we show care and respect through every meal.

What You'll Do:

Lead the

Team:

Assign and oversee daily tasks for dietary aides, helping the team stay organized, supported, and successful.

Ensure Meal Quality:

Prepare and maintain food service lines with a focus on accuracy, freshness, and presentation.

Support Patient Care:

Assemble trays according to individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring compliance with diet orders.

Manage Patient Data:

Maintain and update a patient dietary database, including special diets, food allergies, and personal preferences — accuracy is key.

Keep It Safe & Sanitary:

Uphold all safety, sanitation, and infection prevention protocols — because clean service is quality service. Be the

Go-To Resource:

Serve as the point person for questions, problem-solving, and training new team members.

What We're Looking For:

Prior experience in food service — lead or supervisory experience preferred Knowledge of dietary restrictions, allergies, and special diets (we'll train you too!) Strong communication and customer service skills Comfort with basic computer tasks (Microsoft Office, digital documentation) ServSafe Certification (preferred) or willingness to obtain within 90 days Dependable, organized, and ready to lead by example Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven team that makes a daily impact on patient health and well-being Growth opportunities — we promote from within Supportive leadership and a positive work culture Consistent hours and a stable healthcare setting Ready to step up, lead, and serve with heart? Apply today and help us deliver comfort, care, and connection through every plate. This is an hourly position, with expected hours to include: Days, evenings, some weekends, and some holidays. A schedule will be provided, and the associate will use appropriate timekeeping methods to document hours worked. Forefront will not discriminate based on race, color, sex, height, weight, disability, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military service, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other protected class in its hiring practices, conditions for transfer or promotion, policies, discipline, discharge, terms, conditions or benefits of employment.

Requirements:

Excel experience preferred Dietary experience: 1 year (Required) ServSafe preferred