You might hire a dietary aide to:
- Assist with meal and snack preparation using specific, approved recipe procedures
Deliver meals to patients
Clean and clear dirty dishes and trash from common areas
- Organize and track food inventory
| Required skills and qualifications | Preferred skills and qualifications |
| Strong attention to detail | Great compassion and people skills |
| Nursing home or elderly care experience | Significant food service experience |
| Food preparation experience | Capable of following specific instructions |
| Ability to lift heavy materials up to 50 pounds | Keen understanding of safe food handling and sanitation procedures |
| High school diploma or equivalent | Knowledgeable about and experience with kitchen appliances |
