Dietary Aide-H

PACS

5d•$18 - $20

About The Position

The Dietary Aide performs food-service duties according to the needs and activity of the shift and reports to the Cook and Dietary Supervisor. The role supports meal service, dishwashing, food and supply handling, and kitchen cleanliness. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
Must obtain and maintain a food handlers’ certificate.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent standing or walking, reaching, pushing or pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Learn the food-service routine within a short period.
Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
Strip down returned trays and wash dishes.
Check and record the dishwashing machine’s chlorine concentration and water temperature at the beginning of the shift, and observe water temperatures during dishwashing cycles.
Operate the dishwasher.
Prepare nourishments and snacks.
Sweep and mop the kitchen, maintain floors, and carry out trash and garbage.
Put groceries away in a safe, orderly, and clean manner.
Leave the kitchen clean and sanitary and assist when called upon by the Cook or Dietary Supervisor.
Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
Work cooperatively and harmoniously with personnel in all departments.