What are the responsibilities and job description for the Main Kitchen Dietary Aide position at Marwood Nursing & Rehab?
Assists in the kitchen area with food preparation and food service prior to, during and after meals are served to residents and staff. Assists in maintaining kitchen work areas, keeping equipment, utensils and food plates clean and properly stored. Serves food in accordance with established portion control procedures and is responsible for ensuring diet and preferences are followed accurately for each resident.
- Ensures proper sanitation and storage of kitchen equipment, food and supplies.
- Ensures that food temperatures are maintained at proper levels throughout service, and storage.
- Sets up food carts.
- Transports food carts to and from resident areas as needed.
- Prepares and delivers food substitutions or additional food items to sub kitchens as needed.
- Removes food pans from food carts and stores or discards food appropriately.
- Clears pans and follow 3-bin sink procedure.
- Wipes down carts after each use.
- Carries out garbage, cleans equipment, work tables, ranges, utensils, pots and pans, mops and sweeps floors.
- Performs dishwashing and cleaning procedures.
- Responsible for sanitation of kitchen work areas; will keep them clean, dry and free of hazards.
Education : High school diploma or GED
Experience : Previous dining / food service experience preferred
