Dietary Aide- Full time

Dietary Aide

The Dietary Aide will support meal services for residents at a 132‑bed skilled nursing and rehab facility in Downtown Columbia, South Carolina.

• Assist with meal preparation and tray assembly.
• Serve meals with a friendly smile.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean and organized.
• Wash dishes and sanitize equipment.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Work alongside the team to provide exceptional resident care.
• Learn food‑service routines quickly.
• Set up meal trays and strip down returned trays for washing.
• Assist with serving meals.
• Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at the start of the shift.
• Observe water temperatures during dishwashing cycles.
• Operate the dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors.
• Carry out trash and garbage removal.
• Store and organize groceries in a safe and orderly manner.
• Leave the kitchen clean and sanitary, and assist as needed by the cook or dietary supervisor.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Work cooperatively and harmoniously with personnel in all departments.

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Team player who enjoys helping others.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift.
• Prior dietary or food‑service experience is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read technical procedures and recipes.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Ability to apply math concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
• Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.
• No supervisory responsibilities for this position.

• $15 per hour.
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits (Full‑Time).
• 401(k) with company match (Full‑Time).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Supportive team environment.

Standing and/or walking frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds; occasional kneeling, stooping, and crawling. Requires good visual and auditory perception.

The environment is typically low to moderate in noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The job includes work in a kitchen and dining setting.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.