Dietary Aide Part-Time

Kern-River-Transitional-Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) for eligible employees

Training and growth opportunities

Employee rewards and recognition

Job summary

Kern River Transitional Care Center is seeking a dependable Part-Time Dietary Aide to join the dietary services department in Bakersfield. The role involves meal preparation, tray service, dishwashing, sanitation, and maintaining a clean kitchen for residents.

Compensation ranges from $17.48 to $17.58 per hour. The position reports to the Cook and Dietary Supervisor and supports daily food service operations with a focus on safety and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food handler certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and follow procedures and recipes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and tray service.
• Maintain sanitation and safety in kitchen areas.
• Operate dishwasher and manage dishware and equipment.
• Assist Cook and Dietary Supervisor as needed.
• Follow food safety procedures and documentation.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reading recipes

Mathematical basics

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

Dietary Aide – Part-TimeKern River Transitional Care Center is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Part-Time Dietary Aide to join our dietary services department. This position assists with meal preparation, tray service, dishwashing, sanitation, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment for our residents.CompensationPay Range: $17.48–$17.58 per hourGeneral PurposeDietary Aide assignments are determined based on the needs and activity of the shift. The Dietary Aide reports to the Cook and Dietary Supervisor and assists with daily food service operations while maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary kitchen environment.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLearn and follow facility food service routines and procedures.Set up resident meal trays accurately and efficiently.Assist with serving meals, beverages, nourishments, and snacks.Strip returned trays and prepare dishes for washing.Operate the dishwasher safely and properly.Check and record chlorine concentration and dishwasher water temperatures at the beginning of the shift.Monitor dishwasher temperatures throughout dishwashing cycles.Wash and properly store dishes, utensils, cookware, and food service equipment.Prepare resident nourishments and snacks as assigned.Sweep and mop kitchen and food service areas.Empty trash and garbage and dispose of waste properly.Receive and put away groceries and supplies in a safe, orderly, and sanitary manner.Clean and sanitize work surfaces, refrigerators, and other kitchen equipment.Maintain clean and safe floors throughout the dietary department.Leave the kitchen clean, organized, and sanitary at the end of the shift.Assist the Cook and Dietary Supervisor as requested.Follow food safety, sanitation, infection control, and facility procedures.Participate in orientation and ongoing dietary department training.Work cooperatively and professionally with employees throughout all departments.Perform additional duties as assigned.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.Previous food service, dietary, restaurant, or healthcare experience is a plus but not required.Must be willing and able to learn food service procedures quickly.Certificates, Licenses, and RegistrationsMust obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler’s Certificate as required.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to read and understand procedures, instructions, and recipes.Ability to follow written and verbal directions.Strong teamwork and communication skills.Basic mathematical skills, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.Ability to solve practical problems and ask for assistance when needed.Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form.Dependable, organized, and committed to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.Physical DemandsThe essential functions of this position require the ability to:Stand and walk frequently throughout the shift.Sit occasionally.Frequently reach, push, pull, talk, hear, taste, and smell.Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Safely use kitchen equipment and transport food, trays, supplies, and dishes.Have adequate close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.Work EnvironmentThe employee works in a healthcare dietary and kitchen environment. The noise level is generally low to moderate. The position may involve exposure to heat, moisture, food products, cleaning chemicals, and commercial kitchen equipment.BenefitsCompetitive payPaid time off401(k) for eligible employeesTraining and growth opportunitiesEmployee rewards and recognitionSupportive and team-oriented work environmentJoin Kern River Transitional Care Center and help our dietary team provide quality meals and excellent service to our residents.Job Type: Part-timePay: $17.48–$17.58 per hourWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.