Dietary Aide-H

MANTECA; Manteca (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated dietary aide to support kitchen operations. This role involves setting up meal trays, assisting with serving, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Ideal candidates will quickly learn food service routines and effectively communicate with team members. If you have a passion for food service and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values cooperation and harmony among all departments while ensuring a sanitary and efficient kitchen operation.

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.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Check and record dishwasher temperatures.

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 each shift.
6. Observe water temperatures of the dishwasher during cycles.
7. Operate the dishwasher.
8. Prepare nourishments and snacks.
9. Sweep and mop the kitchen.
10. Handle trash and garbage.
11. Store groceries in a safe, organized, and clean manner.
12. Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment and assist the cook or dietary supervisor as needed.
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 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 effectively communicate with managers and employees.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as 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

The role requires the following physical abilities:

• Standing and/or walking frequently.
• Sitting occasionally.
• Reaching, pushing, and pulling frequently.
• Talking and hearing frequently.
• Tasting and smelling frequently.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Good visual perception, including focus adjustment.

Work Environment

The work environment is typically low to moderate noise. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.