Dietary Aide: Kitchen Support & Meal Service

Jackson Creek Post Acute; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Creek Post Acute seeks a Dietary Aide to support daily food service operations in a healthcare kitchen. You will set up meal trays, assist with serving meals, and maintain sanitation throughout shifts.

The role requires learning routines quickly, following recipes, and collaborating with cooks and dietary supervisors. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with the position based on-site in Independence, Missouri.

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

• Learn food service routines within a short period.
• Set up meal trays.
• Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Assist with serving meals.
• Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at shift start.
• Observe dishwasher water temperatures during cycles.
• Operate dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen.
• Carry out trash and garbage.
• Store groceries safely and orderly.
• Keep kitchen clean and sanitary and assist cook or supervisor.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Work cooperatively with staff across departments.

Skills

Read procedures

Read and follow recipes

Present information clearly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Jackson Creek Post Acute seeks a Dietary Aide to support daily food service operations in a healthcare kitchen. You will set up meal trays, assist with serving meals, and maintain sanitation throughout shifts.

The role requires learning routines quickly, following recipes, and collaborating with cooks and dietary supervisors. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with the position based on-site in Independence, Missouri.