Dietary Aide

Description:

Under the supervision of the Food and Nutrition Services Director or Supervisor, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of food services, including serving food to employees and visitors. Also is responsible for the clean up and stocking of the cafeteria and food preparation areas.

Requirements:

• Maintains serving line in a clean, neat and organized manner; requests replenishments as needed.
• Replenishes silverware, napkins, cups straws, condiments, etc.
• Makes coffee; ensures coffee machines stay full.
• Ensures all beverage containers are full, i.e., soda, ice tea, juices.
• Assists in preparing salads, desserts and nourishments.
• Wipes down tables and chairs in the cafeteria throughout the day with an approved cleaner.
• Clears soiled dishes/trays; scrapes refuse into garbage containers; loads dishes/trays onto cleaning racks; rinses dishes/utensils.
• Disposes of trash/garbage in the appropriate manner.
• Loads and operates dishwashers: trays, dishes, cups, silverware; inspects cleaning to assure quality performance.
• Mops floors as scheduled and as needed.
• Puts away stock inventory; notifies supervisor when stock item needs ordered.
• Performs special cleaning duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Treats patients/families/visitors with respect and dignity.
• Observes infection prevention and control practices at all times; processes food items according to safe food handling procedures.