Dietary Services Kitchen Assistant

WAVERLYHILLS; Town of Waverly (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

WAVERLYHILLS is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in daily kitchen operations. The role involves learning food service routines quickly, setting up meal trays, and helping with dishwashing and meal service across shifts.

The position requires the ability to follow recipes, read technical procedures, and communicate effectively with managers and staff. A food handler certificate may be required and duties include cleaning and maintaining sanitary kitchen practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Learn food service routines quickly and accurately.
• Set up meal trays.
• Strip down returned trays and wash dishes.
• Assist with serving meals.
• Check chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine.
• Observe dishwasher temperatures during cycles.
• Operate the dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen.
• Carry out trash and groceries.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen.
• Participate in orientation and training of dietary staff.

Skills

read procedures

follow recipes

communication with managers

team cooperation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WAVERLYHILLS is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in daily kitchen operations. The role involves learning food service routines quickly, setting up meal trays, and helping with dishwashing and meal service across shifts.

The position requires the ability to follow recipes, read technical procedures, and communicate effectively with managers and staff. A food handler certificate may be required and duties include cleaning and maintaining sanitary kitchen practices.