Dietary Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Join our energetic team at JGS Lifecare in Longmeadow as a Dietary Aide, where you will play a pivotal role in preparing nutritious meals for our residents. This onsite position offers flexibility with options for full-time, part-time, and per-diem schedules, making it perfect for students or retirees looking to contribute to a vibrant facility. You will work alongside a dedicated kitchen team, ensuring that dietary needs are met with care and empathy. With competitive pay ranging from $15.00 to $17.00 per hour, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your culinary skills and make a meaningful impact in our community. Plus, you'll be part of a culture that values innovation and excellence.

You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, Birthdays off with pay, free groceries every Friday, Company paid trips, and 403B. Experience the joy of providing exceptional dietary services while enjoying the fun and professional atmosphere at JGS Lifecare!

JGS Lifecare, located in the quaint town of Longmeadow, MA, has been the proud caretaker of the elderly within the local community for over 100 years! Founded on the Jewish principle of respecting age as a blessing, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering the best in elder care services to people of every faith and every background. So as we enter our second century, we are excited to introduce a new range of services and updates to serve our life-long commitment to our community. Our spacious campus has a full-array of services including Skilled Nursing, Senior Living and Community programs that consist of traditional long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, assisted living, hospice and day health support services. Our employees are an outstanding team of professionals who go above-and-beyond each day with their compassionate care to our residents and the individuals we serve.

As a Dietary Aide at JGS Lifecare, you'll start your day by collaborating with the kitchen team to review the menu and dietary requirements for our residents. Your responsibilities will include meal prep, ensuring that all food is prepared according to safety and dietary guidelines. You'll assist in serving meals, providing excellent customer service while engaging with residents to understand their preferences. Expect to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, including proper storage of food and sanitizing workspaces. You'll support the team by restocking supplies as needed and communicating any resident feedback to enhance dining experiences.

Additionally, problem-solving will be key, as you'll address any challenges that might arise during meal service. This role is vital in promoting a cared-for atmosphere in our facility and ensuring that residents receive the highest quality service every day.

To succeed as a Dietary Aide at JGS Lifecare, a blend of essential skills is necessary. Strong communication abilities will help you effectively interact with both residents and team members, ensuring that dietary needs are clearly understood and met. An empathetic approach is vital, as it allows you to connect with residents and provide personalized care in a kitchen environment. Attention to detail is critical when preparing meals and following dietary guidelines. Organizational skills will support you in managing food prep efficiently while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen space.

Flexibility and adaptability are also important, as you may need to adjust quickly to changing dietary requests or kitchen demands. A proactive problem-solving mindset will empower you to tackle challenges that arise, contributing to the overall success of our customer-centric team.

We believe in taking care of our team, both on and off the job. That's why we offer a mobile-friendly application process - because we know your time is valuable. If you're ready to take your management skills to the next level and join a team that values hard work and good times, complete our application today!