Dietary Aide

Palm Valley Post Acute; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated dietary aide to support kitchen operations and ensure high standards of food service. In this role, you will assist in meal preparation, maintain cleanliness, and work collaboratively with kitchen staff. The position requires effective communication and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to safety and sanitation. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving different meals.
• Operate the dishwasher and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.

Skills

Food service routines

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

General Purpose: The dietary aide's assignments are determined based on the needs of the shift activity. He/she reports to the Cook and Dietary Supervisor.

Essential Duties:

1. Must be able to learn food service routines within a short period.
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 the dishwashing machine at the beginning of the shift.
6. Observe water temperatures of the dishwasher during cycles.
7. Operate the 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 in a clean and sanitary condition and 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:

1. Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Language Skills: Ability to read technical procedures, follow recipes, and effectively communicate with managers and employees.
3. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
4. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various formats.
5. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Physical Demands: The position requires standing and walking frequently, sitting occasionally, reaching, pushing/pulling, talking/hearing, tasting/smelling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, along with the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The environment is typically low to moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.