Dietary Aide, Full-Time

5,663 of 10,000 Between $15.28 and $18.31 Per Hour Position range in New Hampshire $14.25 - $21.06 Per hour Dietary Aide, Full-Time Covenant Living Communities and Services

Occupation:

Dietetic Technicians

Location:

Keene, NH - 03431 Positions available: 1 Job #:

R0028053-2026

Source:

Covenant Living Communities and Services

Posted:

02/07/2026

Web Site:

www.covliving.org

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Work Onsite Full Time Education High school diploma Schedule Full Time Job Description . We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! The Dietary Aide, or Nutrition Aide, is responsible for preparing and delivering healthy meals and ensuring that patients have the proper foods based on their needs. They work closely with Dietitians, providing them details on allergies or restrictions to create plans accordingly. Prepare food according to instructions while adhering strictly to safety and health standards. Uses strong attention to detail for all meal preparation to ensure patients receive appropriate food and nutritional needs. Applies effective communication skills since they work directly with patients, Dietitians, and other medical professionals. Dietary Aids work with patients to ensure they get the nutrition they need throughout the day. Guided by a lead Dietitian or Chef who oversees the distribution of food and drinks to patients throughout the shift.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist in food preparation, hospitality duties, and meal service, including serving food under the guidance of the Chef or Dietitian. 2. Deliver dishes, trays, and designated times and rooms. 3. Assist in setting up and clearing up dining areas with attention to cleanliness and order Includes dish, tray, trash, leftover removals. 4. Follow all sanitation guidelines, federal / state regulations, and Senior Living / Healthcare requirements. Maintain cleanliness of prep items. 5. Follow cleaning schedules and perform cleaning duties as scheduled and/or needed. 6. Provide customer service and hospitality during nutrition delivery. Additional Information Help for Additional Information.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Required Degree:

High school diploma Certificate(s):

• Current Food Handler's Permit is required.
• Training in Servsafe is beneficial. Certificate(s):
• Current Food Handler's Permit is required.
• Training in Servsafe is beneficial.

Experience:

• Desired is one (1) year of food service experience including serving/waiting tables, cleaning and kitchen sanitation protocols, basic food/meal prep is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written, English) with residents and staff.
• Must be able to read and understand written instructions and follow safety practices.
• Must be cordial and congenial with residents.
• Must be dependable, detail oriented, organized, and have good follow through.
• Must be able to work within standard policy and procedures, and work with limited direct supervision.
• Must be able to handle various tasks and functions.
• Must be able to react calmly in emergency situations.
• Must show patience and compassion to senior adults.
• Must be considerate of resident's comfort, safety, security, and belongings.
• Demonstrate the ability to set and establish priorities.
• Manages time efficiently.
• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner.
• Maintains a well-groomed appearance that complies with organizational and State food code standards. Ability to adhere to dress code and kitchen uniform requirements.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and understanding o