Kitchen Support & Dietary Service Associate

San Antonio West Nursing and Rehabilitation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

San Antonio West Nursing and Rehabilitation in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with meal tray setup, serving meals, and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen in a long-term care setting.

You will learn routine tasks quickly, operate the dishwasher, monitor temperatures, restock groceries, and support the cook and dietary supervisor while promoting resident well‑being. This role requires standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and following safety and food-handling procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain food handlers’ certificate.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to apply basic math concepts.
• Ability to interpret written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
• Must strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Operate dishwasher and monitor water temperature.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Clean work surfaces, refrigerators, and floors.
• Restock groceries and maintain kitchen sanitation.

Skills

Reading procedures

Follow recipes

Math concepts

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handlers’ certificate

Job description

San Antonio West Nursing and Rehabilitation in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with meal tray setup, serving meals, and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen in a long-term care setting.

You will learn routine tasks quickly, operate the dishwasher, monitor temperatures, restock groceries, and support the cook and dietary supervisor while promoting resident well‑being. This role requires standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and following safety and food-handling procedures.