Job Title: Dietary Aide
Location: Eastcastle Place
Salary: $17.50/ hour
Position Type: Part time, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm, and every other weekend 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
______________________________________________________________________________________
Are you eager to transform the dining experience and make a difference in a vibrant healthcare setting? Join us as a Dietary Aide, where your dependability, dedication to service and hard work ethic will shine! This is your opportunity to become part of a dedicated team that enhances the lives of our residents, elevating the standard of care and hospitality. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional service and a desire to inspire others through your work, we want to hear from you - let’s work together to make a difference in the lives of those we serve!
At Eastcastle Place you’ll witness the incredible life stories of some of the wisest individuals. We’ve been proudly serving seniors for over 140 years, offering a continuum of care that promotes active and fulfilling lifestyles while respecting the dignity and independence of each resident. On our team you’ll be part of a remarkable organization dedicated serving our community when they need us most. We are currently looking for a Dietary Aide to join our team and help create a dining experience that nurtures both body and soul.
As a Dietary Aide, you'll be responsible for assisting in meal service and maintaining hospitality standards within the Nursing dining areas. We have 4 nursing dining areas: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care, and Skilled Rehab. Your day to day responsibilities will include tasks like helping residents with menu selections, tray assembly, timely meal delivery, serving meals, and managing special requests. You’ll work as part of a team to ensure high service standards, contribute to the training of other aides, and model the organization’s values. As a member of the Hospitality department, you will work with Dietary Aides, Cooks, CNAs, Nurses, and Stewards, and report to our Certified Dietary Manager and Director of Hospitality.
What You Will Do:
- Set tables and maintain work stations in proper order and cleanliness
- Correctly and efficiently serve meals, take orders, provide service and requested items both graciously and courteously
- Plate according to residents meal ticket and be familiar with residents’ therapeutic diets and personal food preferences
- Clear dishes from tables during and after meal service. Wash and distribute clean dishes
- Maintain safe and sanitary conditions in work areas and satellite kitchens, including the proper removal and disposal of all garbage and waste
- Complete all necessary logs and quality assurance checklists as specified
- Follow the guidance of the Dietary Manager and Hospitality Director and completing any additional tasks when requested
What You Will Bring:
- Required minimum of 1-3 years experience working in hospitality service
- Required minimum of 1 year experience working at a senior living facility/ health care facility
- High School or GED
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Ability to multitask
- Front of house service skills
- Teamwork and ability to work independently
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong work ethic
- Hospitality minded
- Pride in a job well done
- Value in helping others
Why You'll Love Us:
We provide a compassionate, supportive environment for staff and residents, treating all with integrity, dignity, and respect. Our staff consists of highly qualified individuals who serve with enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and a commitment to quality.
We offer the following benefits:
- 401(k) with matching after 1 year
- Tuition Reimbursement through scholarships
- Annual Holiday Bonus
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Free surface parking and bus line access
- Line 30 (Downer + Bradford) – 1 block away
- Line 21 (Downer + Bradford) – 1 block away
- Line 30 (Maryland + Bradford) – 2 blocks away
- Discounted lunch/meal program
- Free onsite fitness center and pool
- Employee Rewards and Recognition program
DEI Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our staff members. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
EOE Statement:
Eastcastle Place is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without discriminate to race, national origin, creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, marital status or other legally protected status.
Disclaimer Statement:
Eastcastle Place is a Senior Living and Health Services Facility. Applicants must be 18 years or older. Applicants that are offered a position are subject to undergo a caregiver background check and drug screen. Flu shots are required to obtain within 30 days of starting during flu season. Further disclosure and authorization is provided during the interview process. With any questions or concerns please contact our HR Department.
Skills Required
- 1–3 years of hospitality service experience
- At least 1 year of experience working at a senior living or healthcare facility
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Front-of-house service skills
- Teamwork and ability to work independently
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong work ethic and pride in a job well done
- Hospitality-minded approach and desire to help others
- Must be at least 18 years old
Vi Living Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vi Living and has not been reviewed or approved by Vi Living.
-
Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is complemented by optional protections such as life, disability, accident/critical illness, and hospital indemnity, plus access to mental‑health resources. Coverage typically begins the first day of the month after hire, reinforcing strong baseline healthcare support.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, sick time where applicable, bereavement, jury duty, parental bonding, and caregiving leave create a broad time‑off portfolio. Some locations add paid volunteer time and anniversary holidays, extending flexibility for time away.
-
Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match anchors retirement readiness, supported by tools like FSAs and commuter benefits that aid overall financial planning. Access to a credit union and early wage access provide additional day‑to‑day financial support within the total rewards mix.
Vi Living Insights
What We Do
Vi is dedicated to providing quality environments, services, and programs to enrich the lives of older adults. Our goal is for our residents to continually experience the finest in senior living. Throughout Vi’s history, we have maintained our commitment to not only help seniors live independent lives on their terms, but also provide a nurturing environment for our employees to build fulfilling careers of service and care. Today, we support more than 2,900 employees in our corporate and community offices who are deeply committed to the care of our residents. The future success of Vi depends on maintaining a standard of excellence in all phases of resident services and relations.
Why Work With Us
At Vi, we go beyond words; respect, equity, diversity, and inclusion are the foundations of our culture. We're devoted to fostering an environment where every employee feels a genuine sense of belonging, appreciation, and empowerment.
