Dietary Aide

MENTORHILLS in; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food services is seeking a Dietary Aide to support meal preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The position involves tasks such as setting up meal trays, operating dishwashers, and ensuring a sanitary kitchen environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and effective communication skills, along with a commitment to obtaining a food handler's certificate.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and serve meals.
• Monitor dishwasher temperatures and maintain cleanliness.
• Participate in training of dietary staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Ability to apply mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dietary Aide (Food Services)

General Purpose

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

Essential Duties

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 the shift.
6. Monitor water temperatures during dishwashing cycles.
7. Operate the dishwasher.
8. Prepare nourishments and snacks.
9. Sweep and mop the kitchen.
10. Manage trash and garbage.
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. Maintain floors through sweeping and mopping.
15. Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
16. Work cooperatively with personnel across departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

1. Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Language Skills: Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes; effective communication with managers and staff.
3. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
4. Reasoning Ability: Problem-solving skills and ability to interpret instructions in various formats.
5. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Physical Demands

Requires standing, walking frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching, pushing, pulling often; talking, hearing, tasting, smelling frequently; lifting up to 50 pounds regularly; occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling. Good vision is necessary for various visual tasks.

Work Environment

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