Dietary Aide | Kitchen Assistant & Meal Service

PACS Group; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Kalispell, MT to support daily food service operations. You will learn the food service routine quickly, set up meal trays, and assist with serving meals while maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen environment.

You will monitor dishwashing processes, record water temperatures, and help with stocking, cleaning, and staff training. A high school diploma and a food handler certificate are required; starting wage is $18/hour DOE.

Qualifications

• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays.
• Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Assist with serving the different meals.
• Check chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of shift.
• Observe dishwasher water temperatures during cycles.
• Operate dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen.
• Carry out trash and garbage.
• Put groceries away in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
• Leave the kitchen clean and sanitary and assist cook or dietary supervisor.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Participate in orientation and training of dietary staff.
• Work cooperatively with personnel in all departments.

Skills

Reading procedures

Reading recipes

Communication with managers

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS Group is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Kalispell, MT to support daily food service operations. You will learn the food service routine quickly, set up meal trays, and assist with serving meals while maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen environment.

You will monitor dishwashing processes, record water temperatures, and help with stocking, cleaning, and staff training. A high school diploma and a food handler certificate are required; starting wage is $18/hour DOE.