Dietary Aide

UNGERPARK in; Bucyrus (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Bucyrus seeks a Dietary Aide to assist with food service duties including meal preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and be able to communicate effectively with staff and follow food safety procedures. The position demands physical endurance with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions and percentages.
• Requires good visual perception and physical endurance.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
• Check and record dishwasher chlorine levels and temperatures.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen by washing dishes and mopping floors.

Skills

Ability to read technical procedures

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handler's certificate

Job description

Dietary Aide (Food Services)

General Purpose

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.

Essential Duties

1. Must be able to learn food service routines quickly.
2. Set up meal trays.
3. Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
4. Assist with serving different meals.
5. Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of the shift.
6. Observe water temperatures of the dishwasher during cycles.
7. Operate dishwasher.
8. Prepare nourishments and snacks.
9. Sweep and mop the kitchen.
10. Carry out trash and garbage disposal.
11. Put groceries away in a safe, orderly, and clean manner.
12. Leave the kitchen clean and sanitary; assist when called upon by the cook or dietary supervisor.
13. Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
14. Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
15. Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
16. Work cooperatively and harmoniously with personnel in all departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures, follow recipes, and effectively communicate with managers and employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Physical Demands

Requires standing, walking, reaching, pushing/pulling frequently; sitting occasionally; talking, hearing, tasting, smelling frequently; lifting up to 50 pounds frequently; occasional climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling; good visual perception.

Work Environment

Work usually occurs in a low to moderate noise environment. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.