Dietary Aide

St. Paul Elder Services
Kaukauna, WI
Full-Time and Part-Time
All Shifts Available

Position Summary

St. Paul Elder Services is seeking dependable and compassionate Dietary Aides to join our Nutrition Services team. In this role, you will help provide an enjoyable dining experience by preparing and serving meals, assisting residents during mealtimes, and maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary dining environment.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with older adults, provides excellent customer service, and is committed to supporting residents through quality meal service and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and plating of meals for regular and modified diets.
• Understand basic therapeutic diets and follow menu guidelines and dietary restrictions.
• Set up dining rooms, meal carts, and serving areas for scheduled meals and special events.
• Deliver meals and food carts to resident dining areas and nursing neighborhoods.
• Assist residents during mealtimes while encouraging independence, dignity, and social interaction.
• Address residents by name and provide courteous, resident-centered service.
• Operate the commercial dishwasher following proper sanitation and safety procedures.
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Perform routine cleaning of kitchen, dining, and food preparation areas.
• Dispose of trash and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Participate in departmental audits, meetings, and required in-service training.
• Report equipment issues and supply needs promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation as required.
• Follow all infection prevention, food safety, HIPAA, workplace safety, and organizational policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with residents, families, and coworkers.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform routine lifting associated with food service.
• Commitment to maintaining cleanliness, food safety, and resident satisfaction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in dietary services, food service, hospitality, healthcare, or senior living.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and food safety practices.
• Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment and dishwashing systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Flexible scheduling with all shifts available.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Meaningful work serving older adults in a resident-centered community.
• A culture focused on teamwork, respect, compassion, and exceptional service.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities available
• All shifts available
• Weekend and holiday rotations may be required based on department needs.

Work Location

In person
Kaukauna, Wisconsin