Dietary Aide

TIMBERLINE in; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with meal preparation and kitchen cleanliness. The role involves setting up meal trays, washing dishes, and ensuring food safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and a food handler's certificate, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Monitor water temperatures during dishwashing cycles.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handler's certificate

Job description

The dietary aide assignments are determined based on the needs of the activity during the shift. He/she reports to the Cook and Dietary Supervisor.

Responsibilities

1. Learn food service routines quickly.
2. Set up meal trays.
3. Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
4. Assist with serving meals.
5. Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at the start of each shift.
6. Monitor water temperatures during dishwashing cycles.
7. Operate the dishwasher.
8. Prepare nourishments and snacks.
9. Sweep and mop the kitchen.
10. Handle trash and garbage.
11. Store groceries safely and orderly.
12. Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
13. Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
14. Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
15. Work cooperatively with personnel in all departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Language Skills: Ability to read technical procedures, follow recipes, and communicate effectively with managers and staff.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Reasoning Ability: Problem-solving skills and ability to interpret various instructions.
• Certificates: Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Physical Demands

Requires frequent standing and walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, talking, hearing, tasting, and smelling. Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Visual acuity for close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

Work Environment

The environment is typically low to moderate noise. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.