Position Summary 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 and Responsibilities • 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. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and follow recipes. • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. • Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Education & Experience • High school diploma or equivalent. • Must obtain and maintain food handlers' certificate.