Dietary Aide

Job Details

Job Location:

Woonsocket, RI 02895

Position Type:
Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage:
Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Job Category:
Health Care

Job Title:

Dietary Aide

Department:
Dietary

Reports To:

Food Services Director

Schedule:

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Pay:
Starting at $17 per hour.

Dietary Aides play a vital part in enhancing the daily lives of our residents by assisting with food preparation, serving nutritious meals, and maintaining a clean, welcoming dining environment.

• Prepare and serve meals, snacks, and beverages in accordance with specific dietary guidelines, tray cards, and established facility protocols.
• Ensure accurate portion control and strict adherence to specialized, therapeutic, or texture-modified diets (e.g., pureed, low-sodium, diabetic).
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen, dining area, and dishwashing station in compliance with Rhode Island Department of Health and federal regulations.
• Wash and store dishes, utensils, and culinary equipment properly.
• Handle, date, and store food properly to meet all safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with inventory monitoring, stocking pantry supplies, and proper waste disposal.
• Communicate warmly and effectively with residents, families, and staff regarding dietary preferences and needs.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Prior experience in food service, institutional dining, or a healthcare/skilled nursing facility is preferred.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, food handling protocols, and safety standards.
• Serv Safe Certification or a Rhode Island Food Safety Manager Certification is a strong plus.
• Ability to read, understand, and accurately follow recipe instructions, diet orders, and safety labels.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient and empathetic approach toward elderly and rehabilitating residents.
• Must successfully pass a standard background check and meet all state health and immunization requirements for healthcare workers in Rhode Island.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the facility.