Dietary Aide
Pomeroy Living Northville
Location: 40033 W Eight Mile Road, Northville, MI 48167
Work Setting: Senior Living / Assisted Living / Culinary and Dietary Services
Employment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities May Be Available
Pay Range: Estimated $15.00–$18.00 per hour, based on experience, schedule, shift, and qualifications
O*NET / SOC Code: 35-2021.00 — Food Preparation Workers
Related O*NET / SOC Code: 35-9011.00 — Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
About Pomeroy Living
Pomeroy Living is a senior living community that provides care, comfort, and support to older adults in a safe and welcoming environment. The dietary team plays an important role in resident satisfaction by helping prepare, serve, and deliver meals while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen and dining environment.
Position Summary
Pomeroy Living Northville is seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Dietary Aides to join its culinary and dining services team. Dietary Aides assist with meal preparation, dining room setup, meal service, dishwashing, sanitation, and kitchen organization.
This position is a good fit for candidates who enjoy working with seniors, helping others, working as part of a team, and supporting a positive dining experience for residents. Prior food service experience is preferred but not required.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with meal preparation as assigned by the supervisor.
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Set up dining areas, trays, and meal service stations.
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Serve meals to residents in a professional and respectful manner.
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Ensure meals are delivered accurately according to resident needs and instructions.
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Assist residents during meal service as appropriate.
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Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, trays, carts, and kitchen equipment.
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and dining environment.
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Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
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Assist with stocking supplies and organizing kitchen or dining areas.
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Communicate professionally with residents, coworkers, supervisors, and other departments.
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Report meal concerns, resident needs, or safety issues to the appropriate supervisor.
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Follow company policies, safety procedures, and confidentiality expectations.
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Perform additional dietary or kitchen support duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
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Compassionate and caring demeanor required.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds required.
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Prior food service experience preferred but not required.
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Must be dependable, respectful, and professional.
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Must be able to work well independently and as part of a team.
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Must be able to follow instructions from supervisors.
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Must be able to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
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Must be able to complete required onboarding, background checks, and training.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience in food service, dietary services, senior living, assisted living, healthcare, cafeteria, restaurant, hospitality, or customer service.
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Experience serving seniors or individuals in a care setting.
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Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices.
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ServSafe or food handler training helpful but not required unless requested by employer.
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Strong attention to detail and ability to support accurate meal delivery.
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Ability to remain friendly, patient, and professional during meal service.
Schedule and Hours
Schedules may vary based on meal service needs, kitchen operations, and facility staffing.
Possible schedule needs may include:
Final schedule, shift assignment, and hours should be confirmed directly with Pomeroy Living during the interview process.
Benefits
Pomeroy Living may offer the following benefits:
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Paid time off, with accrual beginning on day one of orientation
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Paid holidays
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Access to up to 50% of earned pay daily
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Flexible scheduling
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Company-paid life insurance for full-time staff
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Priority Health medical insurance
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Delta Dental insurance
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Vision insurance
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401(k) retirement plan
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Career advancement opportunities
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Training and development support
Final benefit eligibility may depend on employment status and should be confirmed directly with the employer.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
This position requires working in a kitchen, dining room, and senior living environment. Candidates should be able to:
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Stand and walk for extended periods during the shift.
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Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
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Bend, reach, and move kitchen or dining supplies as needed.
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Work around food preparation areas, dishwashing areas, carts, and kitchen equipment.
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Follow safe food handling and sanitation procedures.
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Maintain a clean and organized work area.
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Interact respectfully with senior residents and staff members.
Who Should Apply
This position may be a good fit for candidates who:
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Enjoy working with seniors.
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Have food service, kitchen, hospitality, or customer service experience.
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Are compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented.
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Can follow directions and maintain a clean work area.
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Are comfortable assisting with meal service and kitchen tasks.
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Can lift up to 50 pounds.
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Are interested in growing within dietary services, culinary services, senior living, or healthcare support.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply directly through Pomeroy Living’s application process.
Pomeroy Living Northville
40033 W Eight Mile Road
Northville, MI 48167
Applicants should have an updated resume and be prepared to discuss food service experience, schedule availability, transportation, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and ability to begin employment within 30 days.
