Dietary Aide - Palm Valley Post Acute

Palm Valley Post Acute in; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Dietary Aide to support food services. The role involves setting up meal trays, assisting with serving, and maintaining a clean kitchen. Ideal candidates should possess strong problem-solving and communication skills, along with a high school diploma and a food handler's certificate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Operate dishwashing machines and monitor water temperatures.

Skills

Ability to read technical procedures

Communication with managers and staff

Ability to apply mathematical concepts

Problem-solving abilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food handler's certificate

Job description

Dietary Aide - Palm Valley Post Acute (Food Services)

General Purpose

The dietary aide's assignments are determined based on the activity of the shift. He/she reports to the Cook and Dietary Supervisor.

Essential Duties

1. Learn food service routines quickly.
2. Set up meal trays.
3. Strip down returned trays and wash dishes.
4. Assist with serving meals.
5. Check and record water temperature and chlorine concentration of the dishwashing machine at the start of the shift.
6. Monitor water temperatures during dishwashing cycles.
7. Operate the dishwasher.
8. Prepare nourishments and snacks.
9. Sweep and mop the kitchen.
10. Handle trash and garbage.
11. Store groceries safely, orderly, and cleanly.
12. Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment and assist the cook or dietary supervisor as needed.
13. Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
14. Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
15. Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
16. Work cooperatively with personnel across departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures, follow recipes, and communicate effectively with managers and staff.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various formats.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, tasting, and smelling. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Visual acuity for close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

Work Environment

Work usually occurs in a low to moderate noise environment. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.