Dietary Aide (Wait staff)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn and follow food service routines within a short period.

• Set up meal trays and strip down returned trays.

• Operate the dishwasher; observe and record water and chlorine temperatures.

• Wash dishes and maintain clean dish areas.

• Assist in preparing and serving meals and snacks.

• Prepare nourishments and assist with grocery storage in a safe and organized manner.

• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, including surfaces, refrigerators, and floors.

• Sweep, mop, and take out trash and garbage as needed.

• Work cooperatively with cooks and dietary supervisors.

• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.

• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards at all times.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not include any supervisory duties.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Previous dietary or food service experience preferred but not required.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Must obtain and maintain a valid food handler's certificate.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and understand technical procedures and recipes.

• Able to follow written and oral instructions.

• Capable of effectively communicating with supervisors and co-workers.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to apply basic math, including fractions, ratios, and percentages, in daily tasks.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various formats (written, oral, diagrams, schedules).

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach, talk, hear, taste, and smell.

• Occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a kitchen setting.

• Exposure to varying temperatures and moderate noise levels.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.