Dietary Aide

Evergreen Senior Living brings a family-owned approach and strong local roots to three communities throughout Michigan's Upper Peninsula: Evergreen Heightsin Kingsford,Evergreen Meadowsin Norway, andVictorian Pinesin Iron Mountain. We are the region's first choice for independent and assisted living - and our teammates enjoy a healthy work-life balance, a supportive team culture, and real opportunities to grow. Learn more at evergreensl.us.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for preparing nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines, assisting with kitchen operations, and ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food service, a team-oriented attitude, and a commitment to serving others.

Key Responsibilities

Assists with resident food service needs and comforts including but not limited to:

• Set up and serve meals in dining areas or patient rooms as needed.
• Assist with dishwashing, cleaning, and sanitizing kitchen tools and equipment.
• Help plate and portion food according to resident or patient dietary needs.
• Monitor food stock and report shortages or issues to the kitchen supervisor.
• Provide friendly, respectful service to residents, patients, and staff.
• Assist with meal preparation, ensuring food is prepared and served at proper temperatures and in appropriate portions.
• Follow established safety and infection control regulations and policies.
• Report disrepair of kitchen and dietary appliances, equipment, etc.
• Observe, note and report changes in resident eating habits, especially those on a specialized diet.

Required Skills

• Ability to operate cooking and food preparation equipment.
• Understanding of proper food handling and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and respectfully with residents/patients, families, volunteers, and other center staff.
• Shows dependability by being punctual; maintains consistent attendance.

Other Requirements

• Position may require unscheduled overtime and weekend availability
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours
• Minimum completion of tenth (10th) grade in high school

Physical Requirements

• Physical ability to lift 20+ lbs

Pay

From $14.50 per hour

Benefits

• PTO (paid time off)
• On-Demand Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Term Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee appreciation & recognition with monthly drawings & More!

Schedule

• Day/Evening Shifts
• Full-Time/Part-Time/Casual Shifts
• Rotating weekends and holidays

Work Location: In person

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Evergreenis an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.