Dietary Aide - FT

STARK & KNOLL CO LPA; Bucyrus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated dietary aide to join their team. This role involves assisting in food service routines, setting up meal trays, and ensuring the kitchen remains clean and sanitary. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to follow recipes and technical procedures. With a supportive work environment and opportunities for training, this position is perfect for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in dietary services. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is for you.

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.
• Operate the dishwasher and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Participate in training of dietary staff.

Skills

Food service routines

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

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 the shift. He/she reports to the Cook and Dietary Supervisor.

Essential Duties

1. Must be able to 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. Put groceries away in a safe, orderly, and clean manner.
12. Leave the kitchen in a clean and sanitary condition and assist when called upon by the cook or dietary supervisor.
13. Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
14. Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
15. Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
16. Work cooperatively and harmoniously with personnel in all departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures, follow recipes, and effectively communicate with managers and employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Physical Demands

This position requires standing and/or walking frequently, sitting occasionally, reaching, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, tasting, smelling, and lifting up to 50 pounds regularly. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling is also required. Good vision for close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception is necessary.

Work Environment

The work environment is typically low to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.