Dietary Aide: Kitchen & Meal Service Support

Maryland Gardens Post Acute in; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Gardens Post Acute in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Dietary Aide to support daily kitchen operations. You will learn and execute food service routines, assist with meals, and help maintain a clean and sanitary environment.

Responsibilities include dishwashing, stocking, and assisting the cook and dietary supervisor. You will also participate in training and work cooperatively with staff across departments to ensure efficient service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Ability to interpret instructions from managers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Learn food service routines quickly and perform duties as assigned.
• Strip down returned trays and wash dishes.
• Assist with serving meals and prepare nourishments or snacks.
• Check chlorine concentration and water temp of dishwasher at shift start.
• Operate dishwasher and monitor during cycles.
• Maintain clean, sanitary kitchen surfaces and floors.
• Restock groceries and keep refrigerators clean.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training for dietary staff.
• Coordinate with Cook and Dietary supervisor as needed.

Skills

Reading procedures

Reading recipes

Communication with managers

Basic math (fractions/percentages)

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maryland Gardens Post Acute in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Dietary Aide to support daily kitchen operations. You will learn and execute food service routines, assist with meals, and help maintain a clean and sanitary environment.

Responsibilities include dishwashing, stocking, and assisting the cook and dietary supervisor. You will also participate in training and work cooperatively with staff across departments to ensure efficient service.