Dietary Aide: Culinary Support & Kitchen Hygiene

PACS Group; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group is seeking a Dietary Aide to support kitchen operations in our healthcare facilities across the United States. The role reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor and focuses on food service tasks, dishwashing, and sanitation.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, be able to learn routines quickly, follow recipes, and work cooperatively with staff. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and consistent meal service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow technical procedures.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Learn food service routines quickly.
• Set up meal trays.
• Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Assist with serving meals.
• Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine.
• Observe dishwasher temperatures during cycles.
• Operate dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen.
• Carry out trash and garbage.
• Put groceries away safely.
• Leave the kitchen clean and sanitary and assist when called upon by the cook or dietary supervisor.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Participate in orientation and training of dietary staff.
• Work cooperatively with personnel in all departments.

Skills

Food service procedures

Reading recipes

Communication with managers

Safety and sanitation

Learn quickly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS Group is seeking a Dietary Aide to support kitchen operations in our healthcare facilities across the United States. The role reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor and focuses on food service tasks, dishwashing, and sanitation.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, be able to learn routines quickly, follow recipes, and work cooperatively with staff. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and consistent meal service.