Dietary Aide
Community: The Neighborhoods by TigerPlace – a Skilled Nursing community in Columbia, MO.
About the role
The Dietary Services Aide supports meal preparation, service, and sanitation in our skilled nursing community. This role helps ensure residents, families, visitors, and staff receive accurate, timely meal service while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment. The position may also be known as Dietary Aide, Food Service Aide, Nutrition Services Aide, or Kitchen Aide.
The Dietary Services Aide assists with food preparation, meal service, and kitchen sanitation while following dietary guidelines, health regulations, and Americare’s standards of care. This role supports resident satisfaction and safety through teamwork, attention to detail, and a service-focused mindset.
Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation for residents, visitors, and staff, including special events and activities
- Attend and serve food during in-service or staff meetings as requested
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, maintaining sanitary conditions
- Set and clear tables before and after meals
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and dining area
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control practices
- Adhere to Americare’s Mission, Vision, Hometown Hospitality™, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. values
- Support the dietary team with additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, and co-workers
- Ability to follow supervisor instructions safely and efficiently
- Commitment to maintaining resident confidentiality and professionalism
- Adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable state and federal regulations
Physical Demands
- Stand, sit, walk, and change positions frequently
- Lift or carry up to 25 lbs.; push and pull up to 50 lbs.
- Reach, balance, kneel, stoop, and bend as needed
Safety Requirements
- Follow all safety policies, including use of carts for moving items
- Wear skid-resistant, supportive footwear to prevent slips and falls
- Use protective hand equipment when handling knives, sharp objects, or hot surfaces
- Utilize required PPE such as gloves, hairnets, and beard guards when handling food
- Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
- Participate in company drug testing procedures
Work Environment
This role operates in a professional kitchen environment, utilizing stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, coolers, and other food service equipment. The environment is indoors with adequate lighting and ventilation.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Impactful Work: Make a difference every day, receive plenty of hugs, and be the one to put a smile on the faces of our residents.
- Supportive Community: Be part of a compassionate team that truly values teamwork and respect.
- Career Growth: Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, we offer exciting opportunities for you to advance both professionally and personally.
- Fun and Engaging Environment: Work hard and have fun in an inclusive environment where you'll create lasting friendships and experience unforgettable memories.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that fit your life.
Benefits
- Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
- Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
- Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
- Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
- Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
- Tuition Assistance: Support for your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and more.
- 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions.
- Competitive Pay: $15-$15.50 per hour with annual wage increases based on performance.
Schedule
Part-Time, Days shift available.