Dietary Aide

Dietary Aide Sapphire at Belmont - 2.7 Portland, OR Job Details $17.50 - $22.00 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Customer communication Food service health code compliance Customer service Food safety sanitizing procedures

Full Job Description Shifts Available:

On call Day

JOB SUMMARY

The Dietary Aide supports the dietary team in providing nutritious, appealing meals and excellent dining service to residents in a skilled nursing and/or assisted living community. This role is essential in creating a positive dining experience while ensuring meals are served safely, accurately, and in accordance with dietary guidelines and resident preferences.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with meal service, including tray assembly, delivery, and pickup. Ensure all meals are served according to diet cards, tray tickets, and dietary restrictions. Provide friendly, respectful service to residents during meal times. Assist residents as needed with opening containers, positioning trays, and general dining support. Set up and clean dining rooms before and after meals. Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment following proper sanitation procedures. Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, serving areas, and dining spaces. Stock supplies, beverages, and condiments as needed. Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures. Communicate resident concerns, preferences, or changes in appetite to nursing or dietary staff. Assist with special events, snacks, and between-meal nourishment programs. Support food prep tasks such as portioning, plating, and simple meal assembly. Ensure proper labeling, dating, and storage of food items. Assist with receiving and storing deliveries. Participate in dietary meetings or trainings as assigned. Help maintain accurate records (e.g., meal counts, sanitation logs). Support emergency meal service during power outages or unexpected situations. Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous experience in food service or healthcare preferred, but not required. Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team. Strong customer service and communication skills. Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Benefits of being a Sapphire Health Services employee include, but is not limited to: PTO 401(K)

Medical/Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Birthday/Holiday Pay Wellness Fund Uniform Fund Longevity Bonuses Quarterly Vacation Drawing Tuition Reimbursement:

HOW TO APPLY

At Sapphire Health Services we are dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching environment for both our residents and our team members. If you are a passionate healthcare professional looking to make a difference in the lives of residents, we encourage you to apply!

Address:

812 SE 48th Ave., Portland, OR 97215

WHO WE ARE:

Come be a part of the team here at Sapphire at Belmont! We are smaller 38 bed community with a focus on employee culture, developing relationships with our long term care residents, and a positive atmosphere. We value our employees and and treat them the same way we want them to treat our wonderful residents. We focus mostly on long term care and try to create a home for those who stay here. We feel this gives our employees a chance to really develop relationships with the people they care for and have more fulfillment at their job. We are a tight knit team that believes in open communication and supporting our CNA's on the floor while giving them the tools they need to succeed. Come be a part of a building that focuses on the important things in healthcare and fosters an atmosphere of empathy and care for our employees and residents alike.

Our Mission:

To Promote the highest quality of life for our residents, staff and communities. We strive to treat them all with the greatest consideration and respect.: