Compassionate Kitchen Aide & Meal Prep

Sacramento Post Acute in; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento Post Acute in is seeking a Dietary Aide to support daily food service operations, including meal setup, tray assembly, dishwashing, and basic kitchen maintenance. The role requires teamwork, adherence to recipes, and readiness to learn the food service routine.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and obtain a food handlers’ certificate. Strong ability to read procedures and communicate with managers is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain food handlers’ certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays.
• Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Assist with serving the different meals.
• Check chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at shift start.
• Observe water temperatures during dishwashing cycles.
• Operate dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen.
• Carry out trash and garbage.
• Put groceries away in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
• Leave the kitchen clean and sanitary; assist cook or dietary supervisor.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Participate in orientation and training of dietary staff.
• Work cooperatively with personnel in all departments.

Skills

Technical reading

Follow recipes

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handlers’ certificate

Job description

Sacramento Post Acute in is seeking a Dietary Aide to support daily food service operations, including meal setup, tray assembly, dishwashing, and basic kitchen maintenance. The role requires teamwork, adherence to recipes, and readiness to learn the food service routine.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and obtain a food handlers’ certificate. Strong ability to read procedures and communicate with managers is essential for success in this position.