Dietary Assistant (Kitchen Aide)

WelbeHealth PACE helps seniors stay in their homes and communities by providing comprehensive medical care and community-based services. We provide the utmost patient-focused level of care to our vulnerable senior population.

The WelbeHealth Dietary Assistant (Kitchen Aide) is accountable for assisting in the provision of safe, therapeutic nutrition services at the WelbeHealth day centers. The Dietary Assistant (Kitchen Aide) receives vendor-prepped food, prepares it for participant meal service, verifies the temperatures of cooling and warming equipment are recorded as directed, and ensures that the kitchen area remains clean and sanitary at all times.

Essential Job Duties:

• Assist the Registered Dietitian in provision of safe, therapeutic nutrition services that meet the diverse needs of WelbeHealth participants
• Maintain acceptable storage standards of vendor-prepared food prior to meal service
• Measure and record food temperature on delivery and at regular intervals prior to serving, assuring that food remains safe and within the ranges indicated in WelbeHealth policies & procedures
• Prepare and plate food for meal service, following instructions on participants’ dietary cards for specific diets, preferences, and special needs
• Label and date all perishable foo in WelbeHealth refrigerators and freezers, including any pre-packaged meals for home delivery, making sure all food is fresh and safe for consumption
• Record inventory on dishes, silverware, food supplies, and cleaning supplies, and place orders for replacements as needed

 Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• CA Servsafe and Food Handlers Certification
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in food service or preparation
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter; CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred

Benefits of Working at WelbeHealth: Apply your expertise in new ways as we rapidly expand. You will have the opportunity to design the way we work in the context of an encouraging and loving environment where every person feels uniquely cared for.

• Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Work/life balance – we mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days
• Advancement opportunities - We’ve got a track record of hiring and promoting from within, meaning you can create your own path!
• And additional benefits