Culinary Services Aide — Meal Prep & Dining Support

Forefront; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Forefront is seeking a Culinary Services Aide to perform designated work and cleaning routines for the culinary department, ensuring resident safety and adherence to applicable regulations.

The role supports cooks in meal preparation and service, maintains cleaning schedules, assists with trays and serving, and follows hospital or facility policies and procedures. Training and compliance with infection control and safety plans are expected.

Qualifications

• Follow Federal and State regulations and Culinary Services Department policies and procedures.
• Perform defined work routines using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned by the Chef Manager/Culinary Director.
• Be knowledgeable of Federal, State, and Facility’s rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to the job.

Responsibilities

• Perform defined work routines, using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned by the Chef Manager/Culinary Director.
• Provide assistance to the cook in the preparation and service of meals.
• 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.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies.
• Attend in-service educational programs.
• Follow defined safety codes while performing all duties.
• Follow defined Infection Control procedures.
• Understand the facility's fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
• Be knowledgeable of Federal, State, and Facility’s rules, regulations, policies 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 is seeking a Culinary Services Aide to perform designated work and cleaning routines for the culinary department, ensuring resident safety and adherence to applicable regulations.

The role supports cooks in meal preparation and service, maintains cleaning schedules, assists with trays and serving, and follows hospital or facility policies and procedures. Training and compliance with infection control and safety plans are expected.