Dietary Aide

DIETARY AIDE

NOW OFFERING DAILY PAY!!!

The primary purpose of the Dietary Aide position is to assist in all dietary functions as directed in the dining department.

• Work with the facility’s dietary manager and dietitian and implement recommendations.
• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed according to facility policies.

• Prepare meals that are tasty and appetizing in appearance.
• Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
• Serve food according to established portion and control procedures.
• Work in various line functions as assigned.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties as assigned.
• Clean worktables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.
• Sweep and mop floors as directed.
• Carry soiled utensils, dishes, glass, etc., to the wash area.
• Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.
• Wash and clean utensils as directed.
• Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry, and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.
• Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.
• Assist cook in preparing meals.
• Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
• Obtain food supplies for the next meal.
• Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.
• Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.
• Serve food in the dining room as instructed.
• Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures.
• Assure that utensils, dishes, glasses, etc., are ready for the next meal.
• Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take them to the dishwashing area.
• Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.
• Make only authorized food substitutions.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, etc.

• Must possess, as a minimum, a tenth (10th) grade education.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.

• On-the-job training provided.
• Some experience in food service is helpful.

An Equal Opportunity Employer