Dietary aide

Ocean Ridge Post Acute in; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with food services. The role involves setting up meal trays, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, and ensuring food service routines are followed. Ideal candidates should be able to effectively communicate and possess a high school diploma along with a food handler's certificate.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and work surfaces.
• Participate in training of dietary staff.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handler's certificate

Job description

Dietary Aide (Food Services)

General Purpose

The dietary aide's assignments are determined based on the activity of 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 various meals.
5. Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at the beginning of the shift.
6. Observe water temperatures during dishwasher cycles.
7. Operate the dishwasher.
8. Prepare nourishments and snacks.
9. Sweep and mop the kitchen.
10. Carry out trash and garbage disposal.
11. Store groceries in a safe, orderly, and clean manner.
12. Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment and assist the cook or dietary supervisor as needed.
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 with personnel across departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This position does not have 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 concepts like 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 frequently, sitting occasionally, reaching, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, tasting, smelling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Occasionally climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Good vision is required for various visual tasks.

Work Environment

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