Dietary Aide

Pinnacle Dietary Global; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Dietary Global is seeking a Kitchen Associate to prepare and serve food in our New Jersey facility. You will follow menus, ensure correct portioning, and assist with weekly meal planning while maintaining strict sanitation standards.

The role requires standing for long periods, ability to lift up to 25 pounds, and compliance with health guidelines. Serve Safe certification is required for this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Serve Safe Certification is required.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves food according to menus and portion sizes.
• Supports weekly meal planning and ingredient prep.
• Keeps preparation areas sanitized and orderly.
• Performs dishwashing and ware washing as assigned.
• Delivers food to staff or events when needed.

Skills

Follow instructions

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Serve Safe Certification

Job description

Pinnacle Dietary Global -

Job Duties:

• Prepares and serves food according to menus and in correct portion sizes as mandated by yield guides.
• Perform various job flows as needed and directed by DDS.
• Will help plan weekly meals, prepare, and chop ingredients.
• Keeps food preparation areas sanitized and orderly.
• Performs cleaning duties, including sweeping, and mopping of floors, cleaning of equipment and work areas, dishwashing, and pot washing.
• Brews coffee, fills beverage machines, sets up hot and/or cold food areas.
• Stores silverware, dishes, glasses, cups, pots, etc.
• Collects and strips trays for dishwashing and participates in ware washing if assigned.
• Delivers, when necessary, food to staff, patients, and catering events.
• Complies with all state, Federal, local health department requirements for safe food handling
• Complies with all client location security protocols and guidelines.
• Checks and stores incoming supplies.
• Follows assigned break schedules; work weekends, evenings and holidays are required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to follow instructions and help with various tasks, as needed.
• Time management skills.
• Attention to detail and sanitation rules.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Serve Safe Certification

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• May be required work in excessive heat and cold in association with the kitchen environment.