Join Our Culinary Team
Every meal is an opportunity to nourish, comfort, and brighten someone’s day. Join a team that’s passionate about serving residents with care, compassion, and a smile.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Every Meal Is an Opportunity to Brighten Someone’s Day.
As a Dietary Aide at JAG Healthcare, you’ll help provide residents with nutritious meals and a welcoming dining experience that supports their health, comfort, and well-being. Whether you’re preparing dining areas, serving meals, or assisting with cleanup, your work plays an important role in helping residents feel cared for every day.
As a member of our Culinary team, you’ll work alongside dedicated coworkers who understand that every meal is an opportunity to bring comfort, create connections, and brighten someone’s day. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in helping others, and want to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to have you on our team.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required
- Previous food service, dietary, restaurant, or customer service experience is a plus, but not required
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout your shift
- Ability to follow food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention guidelines
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable, dependable, and committed to providing excellent resident service
Ideal Canidates
- Passionate about serving others with kindness and respect
- Friendly, patient, and committed to providing excellent customer service
- A dependable team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
- Organized and attentive to cleanliness, food safety, and detail
- Dedicated to making every resident’s dining experience enjoyable
WHY YOU’LL LOVE JAG
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No! Previous food service, restaurant, or dietary experience is a plus, but it’s not required. We’re happy to train dependable team members who have a positive attitude and a passion for serving others.
Dietary Aides assist with meal preparation, serving meals, setting up and cleaning dining areas, washing dishes, and helping provide residents with a positive dining experience.
Yes! Dietary Aides interact with residents every day by serving meals, providing friendly service, and, when needed, assisting residents who require extra support during mealtimes. Your kindness and compassion help make every meal a positive experience.
Not typically. As a Dietary Aide, your primary responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation, serving meals, maintaining a clean kitchen and dining area, and supporting residents during mealtimes. Depending on the facility and your experience, you may assist with simple food preparation, but the majority of cooking is handled by our cooks.
Dietary Aides typically work full-time or part-time first and second shifts, helping prepare and serve meals during breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Shift availability may vary by location, and we’ll work with you to find a schedule that fits your availability whenever possible.
Hiring timelines vary by location, but our team works hard to make the hiring process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Eligible employees may enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings, flexible scheduling, employee referral bonuses, and opportunities for continued professional growth. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position and employment status.
Absolutely! JAG Healthcare is committed to promoting from within whenever possible. Whether you’re interested in taking on additional responsibilities, exploring opportunities in other departments, or becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant through our free CNA training program, we’re here to support your professional growth every step of the way.
READY TO JOIN THE TEAM?
We’re excited you’re considering a career with JAG Healthcare!
Apply Online: Complete the application form below and upload your resume to get started. Our hiring team will review your information and contact you if your qualifications match one of our available opportunities.
Prefer to Apply in Person? Click the Application button to download a printable application. Bring your completed application to any JAG Healthcare facility. We’d love the opportunity to meet you, answer your questions, and help you take the next step in your career.