Dietary Aide

General Purpose  

The dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift.   He/she reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor.  

Essential Duties  

• Must be able to learn food service routine within a short period.

• Set up meal trays.

• Must strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.

• Assist with serving the different meals.

• Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of shift.

• Observe the water temperatures of dishwasher during dishwashing cycles.

• Operate dishwasher.

• Prepare nourishments and snacks.

• Sweep and mop kitchen.

• Carry out trash and garbage.

• Put groceries away in a safe, orderly and clean manner.

• To leave the kitchen in a clean and sanitary manner and be of assistance when called upon by the cook or dietary supervisor.

• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.

• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.

• Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.

• Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments.  

Supervisory Requirements  

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.    

Qualification Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.    

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must obtain and maintain food handlers’ certificate.