Dietary Aide
About The Position
Under the direction of the Manager, Nutrition Services or Nutrition Services Supervisor, and in coordination with the Cook, Lead Hand or Clerk, the Dietary Aide supports food-service assembly, production and distribution. The role emphasizes portion and waste control, sanitation, safety, adherence to menus and therapeutic specifications, food temperature monitoring, proper handling of leftovers, and cash-register procedures. The Dietary Aide assists with food preparation, meal assembly and service, delivery of food carts and trays, dining-room upkeep, catered functions, dishwashing, cleaning and equipment care. The position also supports staff and student orientation, inventory and supply activities, quality-control procedures, and other assigned duties. Work is performed according to applicable policies, procedures, government regulations and legislation.
Requirements
- Grade 10 (Manitoba Standards), or another combination of education and experience that will be considered.
- Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1, or willingness to obtain it within six months.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, Internet applications and other information technology.
- Demonstrated dexterity, speed and efficient work methods.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
- Flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures.
- Ability to display independent judgment.
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population.
- Ability to respect and promote confidentiality.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis.
Responsibilities
- Assist with food-service assembly, production and distribution, emphasizing portion control, waste control, sanitation and safety.
- Prepare food as directed, including toast, cereal, nourishments, salads, cold food, sandwiches, desserts and beverages.
- Follow approved menus and therapeutic guidelines when preparing and serving therapeutic or texture-modified diets.
- Make client-menu changes as directed in consultation with the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or Registered Dietitian.
- Assemble and serve meals according to portion standards and serving guidelines for tray, dining-room or cafeteria service.
- Deliver food carts and trays to designated areas and collect soiled trays and dishes.
- Set, clear, clean and sanitize dining-room tables.
- Prepare and deliver items for catered functions.
- Perform cashier duties and related cash procedures.
- Wash dishes, pots, pans and utensils according to sanitation standards.
- Clean Nutrition Services areas and equipment according to established cleaning schedules and maintain sanitary conditions.
- Follow safe work procedures and ensure relevant equipment is clean and operating efficiently.
- Monitor food temperatures and label, date, store or discard leftovers appropriately, including maintaining hazardous food samples.
- Check, order, receive, monitor and unpack supplies as directed; maintain par stock levels and assist with inventory procedures.
- Assist with training and/or orientation of Nutrition Services staff and students.
- Maintain familiarity with diets, reference materials and technical terms used in Nutrition Services.
- Assist with or participate in departmental quality-control audits and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
