Dietary Aide: Food Service & Kitchen Support

Lexington; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington dietary aides support daily meal service by learning routines quickly, setting up meal trays, assisting with serving, and keeping the kitchen clean and sanitary, including dishwashing duties.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to read recipes and procedures, and obtaining a food handlers' certificate. It emphasizes teamwork with cooks and dietary staff and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Learn food service routines quickly.
• Set up meal trays.
• Strip down returned trays and wash dishes.
• Assist with serving meals.
• Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine.
• Operate dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Work cooperatively with personnel in all departments.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lexington dietary aides support daily meal service by learning routines quickly, setting up meal trays, assisting with serving, and keeping the kitchen clean and sanitary, including dishwashing duties.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to read recipes and procedures, and obtaining a food handlers' certificate. It emphasizes teamwork with cooks and dietary staff and adherence to safety standards.