Dietary Aide - Kitchen Support & Meal Service

Reedwood; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Reedwood in Portland, OR is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in daily food service operations. You will learn routines quickly, set up meal trays, wash dishes, assist with serving meals, and help maintain a clean kitchen.

Responsibilities include monitoring dishwashing temperatures, preparing nourishments, stocking, and supporting the dietary supervisor and cook. A high school diploma and a food handler certificate are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain a food handlers' certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Learn food service routine quickly.
• Set up meal trays.
• Wash dishes and return trays.
• Assist with serving meals.
• Check chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine.
• Observe dishwasher 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 kitchen clean and sanitary; assist cook or dietary supervisor.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Work harmoniously with personnel in all departments.

Skills

Read procedures

Read recipes

Present information

Problem solving

Team cooperation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Reedwood in Portland, OR is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in daily food service operations. You will learn routines quickly, set up meal trays, wash dishes, assist with serving meals, and help maintain a clean kitchen.

Responsibilities include monitoring dishwashing temperatures, preparing nourishments, stocking, and supporting the dietary supervisor and cook. A high school diploma and a food handler certificate are required.