Caring Culinary Aide — Dining Service & Safety Focus

Forefront Healthcare; Boonsboro (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Forefront Healthcare is seeking a full-time Culinary Services Aide to support the culinary team. Responsibilities include assisting cooks, setting up dining areas, serving meals, and maintaining sanitation standards in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines.

The role requires adherence to infection control, safety procedures, and ongoing training. This position is on-site and compensates hourly with opportunities for growth within the dietary department.

Responsibilities

• Perform defined work routines with dietary utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned by Chef Manager/Culinary Director.
• Provide assistance to the cook in the preparation and service of meals.
• Follow Federal and State regulations and Culinary Services Department policies and procedures.
• Follow cleaning schedules and perform cleaning duties as scheduled.
• Assist in arranging trays, loading food carts, and serving meals.
• Setting up the dining room and serving residents.
• Wash and store dishes.
• Attend in-service educational programs.
• Follow defined safety codes and Infection Control procedures.
• Understand and follow the facility's fire and disaster plans during drills and emergencies.
• Be knowledgeable of Federal, State, and Facility’s rules, regulations and procedures applicable to the job.
• Perform other department duties or special assignments as directed by the Chef Manager/Culinary Director or designee.

Job description

Forefront Healthcare is seeking a full-time Culinary Services Aide to support the culinary team. Responsibilities include assisting cooks, setting up dining areas, serving meals, and maintaining sanitation standards in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines.

The role requires adherence to infection control, safety procedures, and ongoing training. This position is on-site and compensates hourly with opportunities for growth within the dietary department.