Dietary Aide

ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC • Jacksonville, FL

3d • $0 - $17

About The Position

Lakeview Health is seeking a Dietary Aide to join its team. The role supports food services by preparing dining rooms and tables, serving meals to patients and staff, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout dining and kitchen areas. Dietary Aides help set up and break down meals and events and prepare some dishes as needed, while contributing to a safe environment.

The Dietary Aide performs kitchen cleaning, dishwashing, food handling, stocking, meal-preparation, and service tasks in accordance with company standards and applicable health and safety requirements. The role involves communicating with kitchen leadership, coworkers, patients, and other departments, and helping open and close kitchen stations.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent, or related work experience.
• At least 10 months of experience in a restaurant and/or kitchen.
• Ability to read chemical labels and work unsupervised.
• Thorough knowledge of workplace safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen personnel, and patients.
• Willingness to follow direction and ask questions or request clarification when needed.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, changing environment and excellent time-management skills.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to handle concerns from internal and external customers tactfully and appropriately.
• Knowledge of OSHA, MSDS, and other health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned tasks professionally and uphold the integrity of the Food Services Department.
• Sort and stack clean dishes, deliver them to the cook’s line or appropriate storage areas, and rewash soiled dishes.
• Maintain the dishwasher and other cleaning equipment, change dishwater consistently, and report wash or rinse temperatures below safety standards to the Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef.
• Transport trash and hazardous waste to the appropriate disposal area.
• Sweep and mop floors and promptly clean spills to keep kitchen floors dry and safe.
• Clean and disinfect kitchen equipment, utensils, storage areas, and cafeterias; maintain clean and orderly kitchen work areas.
• Use appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedures and MSDS, and use and maintain equipment properly.
• Monitor the kitchen for repair needs and report them to the Executive Chef; report safety hazards as appropriate.
• Ensure food is received, labeled, and stored according to company standards; replenish food, beverages, and supplies in kitchen and cafeteria areas.
• Assist with meal preparation by cleaning or preparing foods for cooking or serving, and help set up the dining area.
• Promptly report equipment problems and food quality or shortage issues to the Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef.
• Handle, store, label, and rotate products according to applicable state laws and ensure documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Serve food to patients and staff professionally and courteously.
• Help maintain compliance with health and safety regulations and follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Open and close the kitchen according to station checklists and assist others with opening and closing.
• Communicate clearly and appropriately with the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, coworkers, and patients, and maintain good working relationships within and across departments.
• Attend scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.

Benefits

• Medical coverage, including three BCBSAL medical plans.
• Expanded coverage options for domestic partners and access to a wider network of in-network providers.
• Mental health support, including an Employee Assistance Program with digital wellness tools and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary coverages, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, and family legal services.
• Student loan repayment for nurses and therapists.
• 401(k) plan through Voya.
• Paid time off.
• Voluntary benefits for part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week, including dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED