Full-Time Dietary Aide
Calvin CommunityDes Moines, IA
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Job Description
Dietary Aide.Location: Calvin Community – Des Moines, Iowa.Position Type: Full-Time.Schedule: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, including every other weekend.
Position Summary:
Calvin Community, a not-for-profit senior living community located in the heart of Des Moines' Beaverdale neighborhood, is seeking a dependable and compassionate Dietary Aide to join our Dining Services team. Our mission is to provide high-quality care and services that support the health, comfort, and well-being of our residents.
The Dietary Aide plays an important role in creating a positive dining experience for residents by assisting with meal preparation, service, and maintaining a clean and sanitary dining environment. This position requires excellent customer service, attention to detail, and a commitment to resident satisfaction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with meal preparation and food service according to established menus and dietary guidelines.
- Deliver meals to residents in dining rooms and other designated areas while providing courteous and respectful service.
- Set up and clean dining areas before, during, and after meal service.
- Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment as assigned.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, serving, and dining areas.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
- Properly store food and supplies according to department standards.
- Assist residents with meal-related requests and communicate concerns to appropriate staff.
- Work collaboratively with dietary, nursing, and other departments to ensure resident satisfaction.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dietary Manager or Supervisor.
Qualifications:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience:
- Previous food service, dietary, restaurant, hospitality, or healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
- Experience working with older adults is a plus.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Dependable, punctual, and organized.
- Compassionate and respectful when interacting with residents, families, and coworkers.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to safely operate dietary and kitchen equipment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including vacation and sick pay
- Discounted employee meals.
- Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
About Calvin Community:
Calvin Community proudly provides high-quality, compassionate services in independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, long-term care, and memory support. We are dedicated to helping residents experience health, security, happiness, and a strong sense of community.
About Calvin Community:Since 1965, Calvin Community’s success can be attributed to its mission: to provide, on a non-profit basis, services to older adults in a caring, Christian community designed to meet their physical, social spiritual and psychological needs and contribute to their health, security and happiness.
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