Dietary Aide

RYZE West -

RYZE West is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented Dietary Aide to join our team. The Dietary Aide plays an important role in supporting our residents by assisting with meal preparation, food service, sanitation, and maintaining a clean and safe dining environment.

• Review, prepare, and serve meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and residents' special diet orders.
• Prepare and serve nutritional bedtime snacks and appropriate substitute foods for residents who refuse meals or specific menu items.
• Ensure food, equipment, and supplies are properly prepared, stored, maintained, and handled in accordance with applicable sanitary and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work environment while following infection control and food safety procedures.
• Perform dishwashing and kitchen cleaning duties as assigned.
• Prepare and deliver snacks and refreshments to residents as instructed.
• Deliver food carts and meal trays and assist with serving food and beverages in the dining room.
• Sweep and mop floors in the kitchen, dish room, and other assigned areas.
• Follow all facility policies, procedures, and dietary department standards.
• Work cooperatively with dietary and nursing staff to help ensure residents' nutritional and dining needs are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dietary Supervisor or Director of Dietary Services.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred/required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Previous food service, dietary, healthcare, or long-term care experience is preferred but not required.
• Must demonstrate a professional, respectful, and compassionate approach when interacting with residents.
• Must maintain the proper care and use of supplies, equipment, and work areas.
• Must possess patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm when working with residents.
• Must be willing to learn and incorporate new methods, procedures, and best practices related to food service and resident care.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• On-Demand Pay Option
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program