Dietary Aide - Kitchen Support & Tray Assembly

PACS Group; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group is hiring a Dietary Aide to assist with meal service and kitchen operations in a healthcare or institutional setting. The role involves learning food service routines, setting up meal trays, and supporting dishwashing, food preparation, and sanitation under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to read recipes and follow procedures, and a food handlers’ certificate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Must obtain and maintain food handlers’ certificate.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving.
• Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Operate dishwasher and check water temp and chlorine levels.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen and clean surfaces.
• Carry groceries and keep storage areas organized.

Skills

Reading

Follow recipes

Math reasoning

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS Group is hiring a Dietary Aide to assist with meal service and kitchen operations in a healthcare or institutional setting. The role involves learning food service routines, setting up meal trays, and supporting dishwashing, food preparation, and sanitation under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to read recipes and follow procedures, and a food handlers’ certificate.