Dietary Aide: Kitchen & Nourishment Support

PRAIRIEHEIGHTS in; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a dietary aide to support kitchen operations, including meal tray setup, dishwashing, and helping with food service tasks. The role requires basic food service knowledge and the ability to follow recipes and safety procedures.

The position emphasizes teamwork across departments, adherence to sanitation standards, and participation in ongoing training to maintain high-quality service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain food handlers' certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff across departments.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays.
• Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Assist with serving the different meals.
• Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine.
• Observe water temperatures of dishwasher during dishwashing 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 when called upon by the cook or dietary supervisor.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.

Skills

Food service basics

Dishwashing

Teamwork

Reading recipes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS is seeking a dietary aide to support kitchen operations, including meal tray setup, dishwashing, and helping with food service tasks. The role requires basic food service knowledge and the ability to follow recipes and safety procedures.

The position emphasizes teamwork across departments, adherence to sanitation standards, and participation in ongoing training to maintain high-quality service.