Dietary Aide: Kitchen Support & Meal Prep

Desert Willow Post Acute; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Willow Post Acute is seeking a Dietary Aide to support daily food service operations. You will learn the routine quickly, set up meal trays, assist with serving meals, and help maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen.

Tasks include operating the dishwasher, checking water temps, washing dishes, and supporting the dietary supervisor. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to read procedures and recipes, along with basic math skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain food handlers’ certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
• Operate and monitor the dishwasher and water temperatures.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Assist with washing dishes and trash disposal.
• Participate in orientation and training of dietary staff.

Skills

Reading procedures

Follow recipes

Math concepts

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

Desert Willow Post Acute is seeking a Dietary Aide to support daily food service operations. You will learn the routine quickly, set up meal trays, assist with serving meals, and help maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen.

Tasks include operating the dishwasher, checking water temps, washing dishes, and supporting the dietary supervisor. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to read procedures and recipes, along with basic math skills.