Dietary Assistant (Kitchen Aide)
About The Position
WelbeHealth PACE helps seniors remain in their homes and communities by providing comprehensive medical care and community-based services. The Dietary Assistant (Kitchen Aide) supports safe, therapeutic nutrition services at WelbeHealth day centers. This role receives vendor-prepared food, prepares and plates it for participant meals, monitors and records food and equipment temperatures as directed, and maintains a clean and sanitary kitchen. The Dietary Assistant follows participant dietary cards to accommodate specific diets, preferences, and special needs, and helps manage food and kitchen supply inventory.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- California ServSafe and Food Handlers Certification.
- At least one year of experience in food service or food 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.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Registered Dietitian in providing safe, therapeutic nutrition services that meet participants’ diverse needs.
- Maintain appropriate 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 food is fresh and safe to consume.
- Record inventory of dishes, silverware, food supplies, and cleaning supplies, and order replacements as needed.
- Keep the kitchen area clean and sanitary at all times.
Benefits
- Medical insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
- 17 days of personal time off (PTO).
- 12 observed holidays annually.
- 6 sick days.
- Advancement opportunities, including a track record of hiring and promoting from within.
- 401(k) match.
- Competitive total rewards package and additional benefits.
- Bonus in addition to base salary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
