Food Service Worker / Kitchen Helper / Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare services is seeking a Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide to enhance meal preparation and service. This role is essential in ensuring that quality food service is delivered while maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. The ideal candidate is driven and passionate about serving others, with the ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively. Join a team that values excellence and has a positive impact on the community by delivering exceptional dining experiences in healthcare settings.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Current ServSafe certification and Food Handler's card required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cook in meal preparation and service, ensuring quality food service.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen according to health standards.

Skills

Positive attitude

Ability to follow instructions

Routine task performance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Specialized training in food service

ServSafe certification

Food Handler's card

Tools

Cleaning solutions

Job description

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market. For over 45 years, we have provided essential services to thousands of healthcare communities across the country. As one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies, we have been recognized for treating our customers and employees fairly and pursuing excellence via an ever-evolving and expanding focus on training and the development of team members at every level.

Who You Are

You are driven, ambitious, have a personal calling for serving people, and desire to positively impact your community. You enjoy collaborating with others, aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves, and go beyond to get the job done. You have a passion and desire to deliver the highest customer and resident experience every day.

Position Summary

Kitchen Helper / Dietary Aide - Assists the Cook in the preparation and service of meals, places prepared food on plates / trays following tray tickets in line with our established policies and procedures, and, as may be directed by the Food Services Director / Manager or Cook, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times. Prepares and delivers food and trays, washes dishes, and cleans and sanitizes the kitchen according to health standards.

Responsibilities

1. Utilize protective gear in all appropriate functions. Responsible for the safe and proper mixing and use of cleaning solutions while adhering to all safety precautions.
2. Reporting equipment / cleaning product needs and or malfunctions to supervisor in a timely fashion. Ensure the established standards, safety, and quality guidelines are met.
3. Follow infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures to ensure that a sanitary environment is achieved at all times.
4. Follow proper reporting, isolation, and handwashing procedures / techniques.
5. Consistent attendance and punctual arrival. Timely completion of assigned cleaning area according to schedule.
6. Positively represents HCSG by following instructions, being courteous, and cooperative with supervisor, co-workers, and client staff.
7. Positive, pleasant, and tactful interactions with residents, staff, and facility guests.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a positive attitude with the ability to follow oral and written instructions, and perform routine, repetitive tasks daily.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Specialized training in food service is desirable. May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
• Current ServSafe certification is required by State / County law.
• Food Handler's card is required.
• Must be able to lift / carry a maximum of 30 pounds, push / pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
• Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.
• Must live in the service area.

HCSG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, ethnicity, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, political opinions, or affiliations, veteran status, or other legally protected classes. HCSG also complies with applicable state and local laws and federal law requirements that govern nondiscrimination in every location where we operate.