Dietary Aide-Full Time

Full-time

Onsite - Clovis, CA

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Dietary Aide position is a full-time role focused on supporting the food service operations within a healthcare setting. The aide will assist in meal preparation, serving, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area, ensuring a sanitary environment for food service. This role requires collaboration with the Cook and Dietary Supervisor to meet the dietary needs of residents efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Learn food service routine quickly.
• Set up meal trays for service.
• Strip down returned trays and wash dishes.
• Assist with serving meals to residents.
• Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at the beginning of the shift.
• Observe water temperatures of the dishwasher during cycles.
• Operate the dishwasher effectively.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks as needed.
• Sweep and mop the kitchen area.
• Carry out trash and garbage disposal.
• Put groceries away in a safe and orderly manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen after use.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators regularly.
• Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Work cooperatively with personnel in all departments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Effective communication skills to present information and respond to questions.
• Mathematical skills to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions.