Dietary Assistant

Dietary Assistant

Full-Time | Part-Time Opportunities Available

Morning and Evening Shift

About Maple Grove Senior Living

At Maple Grove Senior Living in Shelbyville, Kentucky, we provide compassionate, person-centered care across our Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Personal Care communities. Join a team where you'll build meaningful relationships, grow professionally, and make a difference in the lives of residents every day.

Position Summary

The Dietary Assistant plays an important role in enhancing the health and well-being of our residents by helping prepare and serve nutritious, high-quality meals in a welcoming dining environment. Working alongside our Dietary Services team, this position supports food preparation, meal service, sanitation, and resident satisfaction while ensuring dietary needs and preferences are met with care and compassion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, portioning, and serving of meals in accordance with approved menus and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure meals are served accurately, attractively, and in a timely manner while honoring residents' dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, dining room, and food preparation areas.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment while following infection prevention and sanitation standards.
• Assist with stocking, inventory management, and receiving food and supply deliveries.
• Provide courteous, resident-centered service that creates a positive dining experience.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, nursing staff, and the Dietary Services team regarding dietary needs and concerns.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and workplace safety policies.
• Support special events, holiday meals, and other dining activities as needed.
• Promote teamwork and contribute to a positive, respectful work environment.

Why Join Maple Grove Senior Living?

• 2025 Best of Kentucky Award Recipient
• 4-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• Competitive compensation.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Professional growth and career advancement opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to serve residents across Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Personal Care.
• Meaningful work where every meal helps improve residents' comfort, health, and quality of life.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered service.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the Dietary Services team.
• Ability to follow food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention guidelines.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing and walking, bending, pushing, pulling, and working in a kitchen environment.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in food service, dietary services, hospitality, healthcare, or long-term care.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention practices.
• Experience serving older adults or individuals with specialized dietary needs.
• Experience working in a team-oriented environment with a focus on customer service.
• Passion for creating positive dining experiences that support residents' health and well-being.

What Makes Someone Successful

The most successful Dietary Assistants at Maple Grove Senior Living understand that every meal is an opportunity to care for someone. They are dependable, team-oriented, and compassionate, taking pride in serving residents with kindness, respect, and attention to detail. They create welcoming dining experiences that nourish both the body and the spirit while helping residents feel valued, comfortable, and at home.