Dietary Aide at Barefoot Student

Kirkland Court Health and Rehabilitation Center

Amarillo, TX, USA

23 hours ago

Full-time Onsite

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Dietary Aide

At Kirkland Court, we believe meals are more than just food—they are an important part of our residents’ comfort, health, dignity, and quality of life. Our Dietary Team plays a vital role in creating enjoyable dining experiences while providing compassionate service to every resident.

We are looking for a dependable, caring, and team-oriented Dietary Aide to join our team!

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Shift: afternoon

Salary: based on experience

Dietary Aide Duties & Responsibilities

As a Dietary Aide, you will help ensure our residents receive safe, nutritious, and enjoyable meals while maintaining a clean and welcoming dining environment.

Responsibilities Include

• Preparing and serving meals, snacks, and beverages according to established recipes and dietary requirements
• Following all food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures
• Paying close attention to residents’ individual diets, food preferences, allergies, and special nutritional needs
• Assisting residents with meals when needed in a respectful and compassionate manner
• Setting up and cleaning dining areas before and after meals
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and dining environment
• Taking inventory and assisting with proper storage and rotation of food and kitchen supplies
• Following facility policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations
• Working closely with the Dietary Supervisor and nursing team to meet residents’ needs
• Providing friendly and respectful customer service to residents, families, and team members
• Participating in nutrition and dietary education programs as directed
• Supporting the Dietary Department with other kitchen and meal-service duties as needed

Dietary Aide Qualifications & Skills

The ideal candidate is someone who genuinely enjoys working with seniors and understands that kindness, patience, and a positive attitude matter just as much as the food we serve.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Has

• A caring, patient, and compassionate approach when working with residents and families
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to follow recipes, meal tickets, diet orders, and special instructions accurately
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic
• The ability to maintain food safety and sanitation standards
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry supplies, assist with meal service, and maintain dining and kitchen areas
• Previous dietary, food service, healthcare, or long-term-care experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person

Why Join Our Team?

At Kirkland Court, you aren't just preparing meals—you are helping create moments of comfort, connection, and enjoyment for the people who call our facility home.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for growth and additional training

If you are dependable, compassionate, and take pride in caring for others, we would love to have you join our team!