FT Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group, Inc; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to support meal preparation and service in a vibrant healthcare environment. This role involves assisting the Cook, ensuring meals are prepared and served according to established standards, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, well-groomed, and possess excellent communication skills, working collaboratively with a team to provide quality food service. Join a company that values diversity and fosters a supportive culture, making a difference in the lives of residents and clients every day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; training in foodservice desirable.
• Ability to follow meal prep schedules and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cook in meal preparation and service.
• Deliver food and trays, wash dishes, and maintain kitchen sanitation.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Written and oral communication skills

General knowledge of nutrition

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Specialized training in foodservice

Job description

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Responsibilities

• The Dietary Aide assists the Cook in the preparation and service of meals.
• Places prepared food on plates/trays in accordance with 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 kitchen according to health standards.
• The Dietary Aide must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player who works well with others.
• The Dietary Aide consistently embodies the characteristics necessary to drive the Company's Purpose, Vision, Values, and DNA.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Specialized training in foodservice is desirable. May be required to successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
• Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
• Maintains a neat, clean, well-groomed appearance.
• Dependable, with experience working in facilities utilizing quantity food production methods.
• General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
• Ability to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray cards.
• Ability to maintain records and complete reports as required.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety/sanitation requirements and procedures.
• Ability to interact positively with residents, clients, and other personnel and the public.
• Compliance with COVID-19 Vaccination Policies, as required by State, Local, and/or Customers.

Additional Requirements

• 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 of time.
• Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.
• Must live in service area. No relocation costs.

Pay wage will vary based on objective factors, including location, years of experience, staffing needs, and other business reasons.

HCSG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to all employees and applicants for employment 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.

HCSG is committed to fostering and supporting a vibrant company culture that encourages employees to bring their authentic and best selves to serve our resident and client communities. We believe all employees, regardless of position, age, race, religion, beliefs, socioeconomic background, or gender, should work in an environment where they are safe, respected, and treated fairly, with their viewpoints, thoughts, and ideas encouraged and embraced.