Dietary Aide – Kitchen Assistant

About the role

The Dietary Aide supports routine food preparation and delivery of hot and cold meals in a healthcare facility, ensuring safety and compliance with nutrition standards.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine clean‑up and sanitation of kitchen, dining and serving areas.
• Prepare, serve and store food according to standardized recipes, approved menus and facility policies.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, menu specifications and special diet requirements.
• Report any dietary non‑compliance, concerns or patient complaints to the dietician, supervisor or manager.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• ServSafe or similar food‑safety certification preferred.

Required skills

• Food preparation and handling techniques.
• Sanitation procedures to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Knowledge of state/federal food regulations and menu compliance.