Dietary Aide — Growth‑Focused Kitchen & Meal Service

(Kern River Transitional Care) Bakersfieldidence Opco, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) for eligible employees

Training and growth opportunities

Employee rewards and recognition

Supportive and team-oriented work env

Job summary

Kern River Transitional Care Center is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Dietary Aide to join our on-site dietary services. The Part-Time position supports meal prep, tray service, dishwashing, sanitation, and keeping a clean kitchen for residents.

You will work with the Cook and Dietary Supervisor, learn food service procedures, follow safety rules, and contribute to a positive, cooperative kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous food service, dietary, restaurant, or healthcare experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be willing and able to learn food service procedures quickly.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow facility food service routines and procedures.
• Set up resident meal trays accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with serving meals, beverages, nourishments, and snacks.
• Strip returned trays and prepare dishes for washing.
• Operate the dishwasher safely and properly.
• Check and record chlorine concentration and dishwasher water temperatures at the beginning of the shift.
• Monitor dishwasher temperatures throughout dishwashing cycles.
• Wash and properly store dishes, utensils, cookware, and food service equipment.
• Prepare resident nourishments and snacks as assigned.
• Sweep and mop kitchen and food service areas.
• Empty trash and garbage and dispose of waste properly.
• Receive and put away groceries and supplies in a safe, orderly, and sanitary manner.
• Clean and sanitize work surfaces, refrigerators, and other kitchen equipment.
• Maintain clean and safe floors throughout the dietary department.
• Leave the kitchen clean, organized, and sanitary at the end of the shift.
• Assist the Cook and Dietary Supervisor as requested.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, infection control, and facility procedures.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing dietary department training.
• Work cooperatively and professionally with employees throughout all departments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Food service experience

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

Kern River Transitional Care Center is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Dietary Aide to join our on-site dietary services. The Part-Time position supports meal prep, tray service, dishwashing, sanitation, and keeping a clean kitchen for residents.

You will work with the Cook and Dietary Supervisor, learn food service procedures, follow safety rules, and contribute to a positive, cooperative kitchen environment.