Your Family. Our Focus.
Rare opportunity to join an amazing team of individuals committed to compassionate, quality care! With dedicated nursing, activities, dietary, and housekeeping personnel, our caregivers can focus on what matters most – our residents.
As a Residential Care Apartment Complex (RCAC), our residents live in their own apartments, furnish them as they please, and come and go as they choose. To these essentials, assisted living adds around-the-clock caring with peace of mind that comes from a secure environment. Residents can get help whenever they need it – with medications, bathing, and dressing. Meal preparation, housekeeping service, transportation, and social activities are all part of this lifestyle.
The goal is to meet each person’s needs, even as those needs change, maximizing independence for as long as possible. At Colby Senior Care, we strive to promote independence, preserve dignity and offer choices that lead to happier living.
Overview
Join our dedicated dietary team as a Dietary Aide/Cook, working a rotating weekend schedule (Saturday and Sunday) from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., and (Evenings 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.) This vital role combines food preparation, service, and sanitation to ensure our residents receive nutritious, tasty meals in a warm and welcoming environment. If you have a passion for culinary arts, enjoy working in a team-oriented setting, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this opportunity is perfect for you! Your contributions will directly impact the well-being and happiness of our residents, making every day meaningful.
Duties
- Prepare and serve meals according to dietary guidelines and resident preferences, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation
- Assist with food production tasks such as chopping, portioning, cooking, and plating to support the culinary team
- Maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards by cleaning kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas regularly
- Handle food handling responsibilities, including proper storage, labeling, and inventory management to minimize waste and ensure freshness
- Follow all health regulations related to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene to uphold compliance standards
- Contribute to a clean and organized kitchen environment by performing routine cleaning duties and adhering to sanitation protocols
Skills
- Previous experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or the food industry is highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, meal planning, and dietary requirements
- Excellent time management skills to efficiently handle multiple tasks during busy meal periods
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team while maintaining attention to detail in food handling and service
- Familiarity with food safety standards, sanitation procedures, and proper kitchen hygiene practices
- Customer service skills that foster positive interactions with residents and staff alike
- Experience in dietary aide roles or kitchen experience that demonstrates reliability in food production and service tasks
Join us in creating nourishing experiences that bring comfort and joy to our residents! Your dedication will help foster a caring environment where everyone feels valued.
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: In person
