Dietary Assistant (Kitchen Aide)

WelbeHealth • Modesto, CA

1d • $22 - $24

About The Position

The Dietary Assistant (Kitchen Aide) assists in providing safe, therapeutic nutrition services at WelbeHealth day centers. The role receives vendor-prepared food and prepares it for participant meal service, verifies that cooling and warming equipment temperatures are recorded as directed, and keeps the kitchen clean and sanitary. The Dietary Assistant works with the Registered Dietitian to support participants’ diverse nutritional needs and follows dietary cards for individual diets, preferences, and special needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• California ServSafe and Food Handlers Certification.
• At least one year of experience in food service or preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• CPR and First Aid certification upon hire is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Dietitian in providing safe, therapeutic nutrition services that meet participants’ diverse needs.
• Maintain acceptable storage standards for vendor-prepared food before meal service.
• Measure and record food temperatures upon delivery and at regular intervals before serving, ensuring food remains safe and within the ranges specified in WelbeHealth policies and procedures.
• Prepare and plate food for meal service according to participants’ dietary cards, including specific diets, preferences, and special needs.
• Label and date perishable food in WelbeHealth refrigerators and freezers, including pre-packaged meals for home delivery, to ensure it is fresh and safe to consume.
• Record inventory of dishes, silverware, food supplies, and cleaning supplies, and place orders for replacements as needed.
• Keep the kitchen area clean and sanitary at all times.
• Verify that cooling and warming equipment temperatures are recorded as directed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 17 days of personal time off (PTO).
• 12 observed holidays annually.
• 6 sick days.
• Advancement opportunities and a track record of hiring and promoting from within.
• 401(k) match.
• Competitive total rewards package with comprehensive healthcare coverage and additional benefits.
• Base salary plus bonus.

What This Job Offers

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