Dining Services Aide Position Title:
Dining Services Aide Department: Dining Reports to: Lead Cook and Dining Services Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt General Purpose
Essential Duties:- Must be able to learn new food service routines within a short period.
- Set up meal trays.
- Assist with serving the different meals.
- Assist with preparing different meals.
- Must strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
- 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.
- Maintain quaternary solution in sanitizer buckets.
- Prepare nourishments and snacks.
- Put groceries away in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
- Clean work surfaces in the kitchen, dining room, and refrigerators.
- Sweep, mop, and maintain floors in the kitchen and dining area.
- Carry out trash and garbage in the kitchen and dining areas.
- To leave the kitchen in a clean and sanitary manner and be of assistance when called upon by the Lead Cook or Dining Services Manager.
- Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.
- Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments, upholding company values.
- Follows all applicable federal, state, and corporate guidelines, standards, and policies and procedures.
- Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Language Skills:
Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and follow recipes. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Mathematical SkillsAbility to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must obtain and maintain food handlers' certificate.
Physical Demands:
The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Additional Information
Note:
Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
