Dietary Aide

EPC2

Shifts Available:

Part-time

Full-time

Evening

JOB SUMMARY:

The Dietary Aide supports the dietary team in providing nutritious, appealing meals and excellent dining service to residents in a skilled nursing and/or assisted living community. This role is essential in creating a positive dining experience while ensuring meals are served safely, accurately, and in accordance with dietary guidelines and resident preferences.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist with meal service, including tray assembly, delivery, and pickup
• Ensure all meals are served according to diet cards, tray tickets, and dietary restrictions
• Provide friendly, respectful service to residents during meal times
• Assist residents as needed with opening containers, positioning trays, and general dining support
• Set up and clean dining rooms before and after meals
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment following proper sanitation procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, serving areas, and dining spaces
• Stock supplies, beverages, and condiments as needed
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures
• Communicate resident concerns, preferences, or changes in appetite to nursing or dietary staff
• Assist with special events, snacks, and between-meal nourishment programs
• Support food prep tasks such as portioning, plating, and simple meal assembly
• Ensure proper labeling, dating, and storage of food items
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries
• Participate in dietary meetings or trainings as assigned
• Help maintain accurate records (e.g., meal counts, sanitation logs)
• Support emergency meal service during power outages or unexpected situations
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in food service or healthcare preferred, but not required
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

Benefits of being a Sapphire Health Services employee include, but is not limited to:

• PTO
• 401(K)
• Medical/Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Birthday/Holiday Pay
• Wellness Fund
• Uniform Fund
• Longevity Bonuses
• Quarterly Vacation Drawing
• Tuition Reimbursement

HOW TO APPLY:

At Sapphire Health Services we are dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching environment for both our residents and our team members. If you are a passionate healthcare professional looking to make a difference in the lives of residents, we encourage you to apply!

Address: 11325 NE Weidler St., Portland, OR 97220

- OUR MISSION: TO PROMOTE THE HIGHEST QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OUR RESIDENTS, STAFF AND COMMUNITIES. WE STRIVE TO TREAT THEM ALL WIT THE GREATEST CONSIDERATION AND RESPECT -