Dietary Aide

CASCADETERRACE; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Portland seeks a Dietary Aide to assist in food service routines, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and support meal preparation. The role requires effective communication and problem-solving abilities, along with a high school diploma. Join a supportive team and contribute to a healthy dining experience.

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 a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Monitor water temperatures during dishwasher cycles.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Purpose

The dietary aide's assignments are determined based on the activity level of each shift. They report 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 each shift.
6. Monitor water temperatures during dishwasher cycles.
7. Operate the dishwasher.
8. Prepare nourishments and snacks.
9. Sweep and mop the kitchen.
10. Handle trash and garbage.
11. Store groceries in a safe, organized, 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 the floors.
15. Participate in orientation and ongoing training for dietary staff.
16. Work cooperatively with personnel across all departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This position does not have 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 like 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

Requires standing, walking frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching, pushing, pulling frequently; talking and hearing frequently; tasting and smelling frequently; lifting up to 50 pounds regularly; and occasionally climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Visual acuity for close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, with the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

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