Dietray Aide

Sunset Villa Post Acute in; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Dietary Aide to support food service operations. Responsibilities include meal preparation, serving, and kitchen maintenance. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and be able to obtain a food handler's certificate. This role provides essential support in a busy kitchen environment, ensuring high standards of service and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to follow recipes and communicate effectively.
• Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
• Operate the dishwasher and maintain sanitation standards.
• Participate in training and work cooperatively with staff.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food handler's certificate

Job description

Dietary Aide (Food Services)

General Purpose

The dietary aide's assignments are determined based on the needs during the shift activity. 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 start washing dishes.
4. Assist with serving meals.
5. Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at the beginning of each 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 and neatly.
12. Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment and assist 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/or 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 fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Reasoning Ability: Capable of solving practical problems and interpreting instructions.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate.

Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, tasting, smelling; lifting up to 50 pounds; occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling; good vision and focus adjustment.

Work Environment: Typically low to moderate noise levels; accommodations available for disabilities.