Dietary Aide

About the Role

The Dietary Aide is a vital support role within our food service operations, ensuring the smooth and sanitary execution of meal service. Reporting directly to the Cook and Dietary Supervisor, this position adapts daily to the specific needs of each shift. The role exists to maintain high standards of food safety, efficiency, and cleanliness while supporting the broader kitchen team.

Day in the Life

Your day begins with preparing the kitchen for service, which includes checking chlorine concentrations and water temperatures for the dishwashing machine. You will set up meal trays, assist in serving various meals, and prepare nourishments and snacks. A significant portion of your time is dedicated to maintaining a sanitary environment: stripping and washing returned trays, operating the dishwasher, cleaning work surfaces and refrigerators, and sweeping or mopping floors.

You will also manage waste disposal and store groceries in a safe, orderly manner. Throughout the shift, you must be ready to assist the Cook or Supervisor as needed, ensuring the kitchen remains clean and functional. The role requires active participation in orientation and ongoing training, fostering a cooperative atmosphere with personnel across all departments.

Hiring Process

Candidates must possess a High School diploma or equivalent and be able to obtain and maintain a food handler's certificate. The role requires the ability to read technical procedures and recipes, as well as apply basic mathematical concepts to practical situations.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, training, and compensation. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Westwood Drive, Lexington, Henderson County, West Tennessee, Tennessee, 38351, United States

Lexington, Tennessee

Key Responsibilities

check_circleSet up meal trays for service
check_circleStrip down returned trays and wash dishes
check_circleOperate dishwasher and check chlorine concentration and water temperature
check_circlePrepare nourishments and snacks
check_circleCarry out trash and garbage
check_circleSweep and mop kitchen areas to ensure sanitary conditions
check_circleStore groceries in a safe, orderly, and clean manner
check_circleAssist with serving different meals to patients or residents
check_circleClean work surfaces, refrigerators, and maintain floors

Requirements

verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
verifiedFood handlers' certificate
verifiedAbility to read technical procedures
verifiedAbility to read and follow recipes
verifiedAbility to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions

Company

Lexington Medical, Inc

Industry

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Headquarters

Bedford, Massachusetts

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Lexington Medical, Inc operates within the medical equipment manufacturing sector, headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts. The company specializes in the design and production of advanced surgical stapling systems, maintaining a singular focus on creating high-performance surgical tools. Their operations are characterized by in-house engineering and smart manufacturing capabilities, which support the development of innovative solutions for the operating room. The organization serves surgeons and healthcare facilities by providing the AEON™ Powered Stapling System and the AEON™ Endostapler platform. These products include both manual and powered options designed to deliver precise, intelligent firing and clinical performance across various surgical specialties. By collaborating closely with leading physicians, the firm maintains a responsive design approach to ensure continuous product improvement and reliability. Based in the Boston area, Lexington Medical is recognized as a high-growth medical device manufacturer with rigorous technical and talent standards. The company employs a diverse team of skilled professionals dedicated to innovation and continuous growth. Their mission centers on offering surgeons a superior choice in surgical stapling technology, aiming to positively impact patient outcomes globally.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Food Handlers' Certificate, Dishwasher.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Frequently asked questions about Full-Time Dietary Aide at Lexington Medical, Inc

What does a Full-Time Dietary Aide at Lexington Medical, Inc do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Full-Time Dietary Aide at Lexington Medical, Inc will set up meal trays for service; strip down returned trays and wash dishes; operate dishwasher and check chlorine concentration and water temperature; and prepare nourishments and snacks.

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To qualify for the Full-Time Dietary Aide at Lexington Medical, Inc position, applicants should have: High school diploma or equivalent; Food handlers' certificate; Ability to read technical procedures; Ability to read and follow recipes; and Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.

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Full-Time Dietary Aide at Lexington Medical, Inc is based in Westwood Drive, Lexington, Henderson County, West Tennessee, Tennessee, 38351, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Lexington Medical, Inc has listed this Full-Time Dietary Aide role as on-site.

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Candidates for Full-Time Dietary Aide at Lexington Medical, Inc should have entry level.

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Key skills for Full-Time Dietary Aide at Lexington Medical, Inc include Food Handlers' Certificate; and Dishwasher.

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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent.

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Full-Time Dietary Aide at Lexington Medical, Inc is part of the hospitality & catering job category on Recrutus.

About Lexington Medical, Inc

The organization serves surgeons and healthcare facilities by providing the AEON™ Powered Stapling System and the AEON™ Endostapler platform. These products include both manual and powered options designed to deliver precise, intelligent firing and clinical performance across various surgical specialties. By collaborating closely with leading physicians, the firm maintains a responsive design approach to ensure continuous product improvement and reliability.

Based in the Boston area, Lexington Medical is recognized as a high-growth medical device manufacturer with rigorous technical and talent standards. The company employs a diverse team of skilled professionals dedicated to innovation and continuous growth. Their mission centers on offering surgeons a superior choice in surgical stapling technology, aiming to positively impact patient outcomes globally.

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