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Dietary Aide - PT

Mill Valley Care Center

Bellevue, IA

Posted/Updated: 21 days ago

Job Description

Starting wage of $13.50 per hour. Must be 16 years of age to apply.

We are looking for a dietary aide to assist before, during, and after mealtimes. A proficient dietary aide must be able to follow instructions, prepare place settings, and deliver meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking. The goal is to provide a meal experience our residents will look forward to.

Responsibilities

  • Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
  • Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
  • Cook food in various utensils or grillers
  • Check food while cooking to stir or turn
  • Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
  • Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
  • Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
  • Check quality of ingredients
  • Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

Skills

  • Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
  • Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Proficient communication skills
  • Excellent physical condition and stamina