Join Our Team!
Help make mealtimes a positive and enjoyable part of each resident's day! Immanuel Living is looking for a friendly Dietary Aide to join our Nutrition Services team at The Retreat.
In this rewarding role, you'll help prepare and serve meals, assist residents with their dining needs, and maintain a clean, welcoming dining environment. Your attention to detail, teamwork, and dedication to quality service will help ensure residents receive nutritious meals and a positive dining experience.
If you enjoy working with people, staying active, and being part of a supportive team that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults, we'd love to meet you!
What You'll Do
• Assist with preparing and serving nutritious meals to residents while providing friendly, attentive service.
• Help prepare salads, desserts, vegetables, and other food items according to department procedures.
• Set up dining areas, assemble meal trays, and prepare food carts for meal service.
• Assist residents with meal setup, including cutting food and preparing items for easier dining.
• Deliver meals, snacks, and food carts to designated areas throughout the building.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment while following established cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchens, dining rooms, food preparation areas, and equipment.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food, supplies, and other department materials.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment, including knives, blenders, food choppers, slicers, and heating equipment, as authorized and trained.
• Collaborate with Nutrition Services team members, participate in required training, and assist with other departmental responsibilities as assigned.
What We're Looking For
• Must be at least 16 years of age, subject to applicable equipment and child labor restrictions.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least six months of related food service experience preferred.
• Completion of the ServSafe program upon entry into the position.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cleanliness, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established sanitation procedures.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while following supervisor instructions and department procedures.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work efficiently in a busy food service environment.
• A friendly, patient, and respectful approach to working with older adults and coworkers.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends as needed.
• Standing and Walking: Frequently required to stand for at least 90% of the shift while preparing meals, serving food, and completing cleaning duties.
• Lifting: Frequently lift up to 10 pounds, occasionally to frequently lift up to 20 pounds, occasionally lift up to 35 pounds, and rarely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Pushing and Pulling: Occasionally push or pull up to 20 pounds.
What We Offer
Immanuel Living offers a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees personally and professionally, including:
• Affordable childcare
• Retirement Savings Program with strong employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical benefits
• Optional dental insurance
• Employee wellness programs
• Educational assistance and employee scholarships promoting lifelong learning
• Free and discounted employee meals
Benefits are subject to change and vary based on employment status and eligibility.
About Immanuel Living
Immanuel Living is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community located in Kalispell, Montana. Our dedicated team serves approximately 300 older adults across independent living, assisted living, memory support, post-acute rehabilitation, and long-term care.
Located in the beautiful Flathead Valley near Glacier National Park, our community offers resort-style amenities, engaging activities, and opportunities for residents to live life to the fullest.
Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, Immanuel Living is committed to providing a welcoming, faith-based environment while delivering exceptional care and innovative senior living services.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team where your work matters and your contributions are valued. Apply today and grow your career with Immanuel Living!
Please include your complete work history when applying, beginning with your most recent employer, including any self-employment.
Immanuel Living is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
