Dietary Aide - FT

Mesa Hills Post Acute in; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Dietary Aide to support food service operations. The role involves various tasks including meal preparation, cleaning, and maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a food handler's certificate, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff.

Responsibilities

• Learn food service routines quickly and assist with meal preparation.
• Operate the dishwasher and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Participate in training for dietary staff.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handler's certificate

Job description

Dietary Aide - FT (Food Services)

General Purpose

The dietary aide's assignments are determined based on the activity of 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 different meals.
5. Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at the beginning of the shift.
6. Observe water temperatures during dishwashing cycles.
7. Operate the dishwasher.
8. Prepare nourishments and snacks.
9. Sweep and mop the kitchen.
10. Carry out trash and garbage disposal.
11. Store groceries safely and in an organized manner.
12. Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
13. Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
14. Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
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

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent.

Language Skills: Ability to read technical procedures, follow recipes, and communicate effectively with managers and staff.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts like fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions.

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, hearing, tasting, smelling frequently; lifting up to 50 pounds; occasional climbing, kneeling, crouching, crawling; good vision and focus.

Work Environment

Work usually occurs in a low to moderate noise environment. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.