Dietary Assistant

Saint Therese
Detroit, MI

Saint Therese – AVON, OH

Part-Time | Dietary Aide

Schedule:

Schedules available include working every other weekend and every other holiday

Available Shifts:

  1. 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | 32 hours per two-week pay period
  2. 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | 70 hours per two-week pay period
  3. 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. | 75 hours per two-week pay period
  4. 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | 15 hours per two-week pay period

*Same Day Pay Available*

Preferred Experience:

One year of food service experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or long-term care dining

Benefits: Competitive wages, healthcare, dental, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, scholarships, PSLF Eligible Employer, and more.

Do Ordinary Things with Extraordinary Love

Join Saint Therese at St. Mary of the Woods , a Top 200 Workplace, and build meaningful relationships with seniors in a welcoming, faith-based community focused on whole-person wellness. Work alongside a dedicated care team, support residents across care settings, and be part of a mission-driven organization committed to exceptional, person-centered care.

Our St. Mary of the Woods community includes 129 independent living and assisted living residences, along with 50 skilled and transitional care units, supported by strong community partnerships, enrichment programming, and a focus on holistic well-being and connection.

The Difference You’ll Make

  1. Assist with food preparation and meal service in accordance with resident diet orders, menu standards, and portion guidelines
  2. Support safe food handling, sanitation, and infection control practices following state, local, and facility regulations
  3. Prepare and portion food items according to therapeutic and modified diet requirements as directed
  4. Assist with tray line service, meal delivery, and dining room support to ensure positive resident dining experiences
  5. Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, serving areas, and equipment
  6. Work collaboratively with dining team members and supervisors to ensure efficient meal service
  7. Support a welcoming, customer-focused dining environment for residents, families, and guests

Qualifications:

Experience Preferred:

  1. One year of food service experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or long-term care dining
  2. Experience following diet orders, portion control standards, and food safety procedures

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  1. Ability to interact respectfully and positively with residents, families, and team members
  2. Ability to work cooperatively in a team-oriented dining environment
  3. Reliable attendance and strong professional work habits
  4. Ability to read and understand English and follow verbal and written instructions
  5. Ability to comply with all federal, state, and local health regulations, including required post-offer screenings
  6. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Rewards That Support You

  1. Competitive pay with credit for experience
  2. Medical, Dental, Vision (60+ hrs. per pay period)
  3. HSA / FSA options
  4. Employer-paid Life Insurance (60+ hrs. per pay period)
  5. PTO
  6. 403(b) with employer match
  7. Tuition discounts and scholarships
  8. PSLF Eligible Employer
  9. Employee discount program
  10. Pet insurance (yes, really)
  11. Same Day Pay (UKG Wallet)
  12. Career growth opportunities

About Saint Therese

Saint Therese is a faith-based, nonprofit senior living organization with more than 60 years of experience providing compassionate, person-centered care. We serve communities in Minnesota, Michigan, and Ohio and provide home care, outpatient therapy, and wellness services throughout the Twin Cities.

If you are ready to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, we would love to meet you. Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss next steps.

Saint Therese is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Posted 2026-05-25

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