Dietary Aide - Part time

KARCHERSNF; Lynnfield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a food handler's certificate, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include setting up meal trays, washing dishes, and ensuring a sanitary kitchen environment. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work cooperatively with staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Check and record chlorine concentration of the dishwashing machine.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

General Purpose

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

Essential Duties

1. Must be able to learn food service routines quickly.
2. Set up meal trays.
3. Strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
4. Assist with serving various meals.
5. Check and record the chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at the beginning of each shift.
6. Observe water temperatures during dishwashing cycles.
7. Operate the dishwasher.
8. Prepare nourishments and snacks.
9. Sweep and mop the kitchen.
10. Carry out trash and garbage disposal.
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. Maintain floors through sweeping and mopping.
15. Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
16. Work cooperatively with personnel across all departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

1. Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Language Skills: Ability to read technical procedures, follow recipes, and effectively communicate with managers and staff.
3. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical situations.
4. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions.
5. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Physical Demands

Must frequently stand, walk, reach, push/pull, talk, hear, taste, and smell. Able to lift up to 50 pounds. Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Vision should include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, with the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The environment is typically low to moderate noise. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.