Compassionate Dietary Aide — Kitchen & Service

OVERLANDPARK; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

OVERLANDPARK is seeking a Dietary Aide to support daily food service operations. You will learn and perform routine kitchen tasks, set up meal trays, and assist with serving meals under the supervision of cooks and dietary staff.

Responsibilities include operating the dishwasher, cleaning surfaces, and helping with training while maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and read procedures is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Must obtain and maintain food handlers' certificate.
• Standing and walking frequently; lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays.
• Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Assist with serving meals.
• Operate dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen areas.
• Carry out trash and garbage.
• Put groceries away in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
• Leave the kitchen clean and sanitary; assist cooks and supervisors as needed.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators; maintain floors.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Work cooperatively with personnel across departments.

Skills

Food service basics

Reading recipes

Communication with management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

OVERLANDPARK is seeking a Dietary Aide to support daily food service operations. You will learn and perform routine kitchen tasks, set up meal trays, and assist with serving meals under the supervision of cooks and dietary staff.

Responsibilities include operating the dishwasher, cleaning surfaces, and helping with training while maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and read procedures is required.