Nutrition aide

Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Nutrition Aide, where your enthusiasm and attention to detail will play a vital role in delivering exceptional nutritional care to our residents. In this energetic position, you will assist in meal preparation, food service, and maintaining a safe, sanitary environment that promotes the health and well-being of our residents. Your commitment to workplace safety and adherence to dietary requirements will ensure a positive dining experience for all. This paid position offers an opportunity to develop valuable skills in food handling, sanitation, and geriatric nutrition within a supportive team environment.

Duties

• Assist with food production and meal preparation in accordance with dietary guidelines and residents’ specific needs
• Serve meals to residents, ensuring proper portioning and presentation while adhering to safety standards
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, dining spaces, and food service equipment through regular sanitation and cleaning routines
• Support dietary staff with bussing tables, food handling, and inventory management to ensure smooth meal service operations
• Follow safe lifting practices when handling heavy trays or supplies, utilizing manual handling techniques to prevent injury
• Adhere strictly to food safety protocols including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and sanitation procedures
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff and dietary team to accommodate special dietary requirements and assist with resident feeding as needed

Skills

• Previous assisted living or nursing home experience is highly desirable, demonstrating familiarity with working with geriatric patients
• Strong knowledge of food production, preparation, and service within a healthcare or food industry setting
• Excellent time management skills to efficiently coordinate meal times and food service activities
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively while maintaining sanitation standards
• Basic math skills for portion control, inventory counting, and accurate record keeping
• Exceptional customer service skills to create a welcoming dining environment for residents
• Knowledge of food safety regulations such as JCAHO standards, sanitation practices, and safe lifting techniques
• Experience with dietary department procedures including adhering to dietary requirements and working with dietetics principles

Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication helps improve the quality of life for our residents. We value your skills in food handling, sanitation, and compassionate service—join us today!

Pay: $12.00 - $13.50 per hour

Work Location: In person