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Dietary Services Aide


Job Location:

Centralia, WA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 15 - 16
Posted: 5 September 2026 (17 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Make a Difference Every Day in Senior Living

Looking for a rewarding job insenior carewhere your work truly matters At Americare Senior Living youll build relationships support residents and be part of a team that feels like family.


Who We Are
  • Trustedsenior living providerwith 40 years of experience
  • Guided by our RISING values: Respect Integrity Servant Heart Inspire Nurture Growth
  • Known forHometown Hospitalityand small family-like communities
  • Recognized as aGreat Place to WorkandBest Workplaces in Aging Services
Why Join Americare
  • Make a daily impact inresident care and quality of life
  • Work in asupportive team-focused environment
  • Build meaningful relationships with residents and coworkers
  • Join a culture focused onrespect compassion and connection
  • Flexible scheduling options to support your lifestyle
Benefits & Perks
  • Competitive pay annual increases
  • Daily pay access (get paid when you need it)
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Health dental vision life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities
  • Free meals during shifts
  • Employee recognition and appreciation programs

Benefits may vary based on full-time part-time or PRN status.


Start your career in senior living today and make a difference at Americare. Apply now.
Your Role as the Dietary Service Aide

Skilled Nursing

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Dietary Service Aide to assist with the preparation and service of meals for residents family members visitors and staff in our skilled nursing community. This role supports a home-like person-centered dining experience while helping maintain a clean sanitary and safe dietary environment.


Summary

The Dietary Service Aide assists the dietary team with meal preparation service and sanitation while following dietary guidelines health regulations and Americares standards of care. This role plays an important part in resident satisfaction safety and daily quality of life.


This role may also be known as:

Dietary Service Aide Dietary Aide Food Service Aide Nutrition Services Aide or Kitchen Aide.


What Youll Do
  • Assist with accurate preparation and service of meals to residents visitors and staff
  • Support person-centered dining by creating a welcoming home-like environment
  • Work collaboratively with other dietary team members
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dining areas
  • Follow food safety infection control and dietary guidelines
  • Assist with special meals nourishments and activities as needed
  • Adhere to Americares Mission Vision Hometown Hospitality and F.A.M.I.L.Y. values
What You Bring
Qualifications
  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to communicate effectively with residents families visitors and co-workers
  • Ability to follow supervisor instructions in a safe and efficient manner
  • Commitment to professionalism teamwork and resident-centered care
  • Adherence to HIPAA OSHA and applicable state and federal regulations
Physical Demands
  • Stand sit walk and change positions frequently
  • Lift or carry up to 25 lbs.; push and pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Reach balance kneel stoop and bend as needed
Safety Requirements
  • Follow safety policies including use of carts for transporting items
  • Wear skid-resistant supportive footwear to prevent slips and falls
  • Use required PPE when handling food or equipment
  • Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
  • Participate in company drug testing procedures
Work Environment

This role operates in a professional kitchen and dining environment utilizing stoves dishwashers refrigerators coolers and other food service equipment. The environment is indoors with adequate lighting and ventilation.


Join Americare Senior Living and help deliver nourishing meals and warm hospitality to residents in our Skilled Nursing community.


Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.


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