Dietary Aide, Per Diem

  • Spaulding Hospital - Boston & Cambridge
  • Cambridge, Massachusetts
  • Full Time

Summary
Performs a wide range of duties involved with preparing and/or serving foods and beverages in one or more of a variety of food service environments.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
-Sets up food service, kitchen, or salad area facilities, equipment, and utensils, under detailed instruction and, in accordance with specific area needs, checks food temperatures and/or prepares areas for daily operations; may operate cooking or bakery equipment as assigned.
-Conveys food and supplies from the main kitchen, bakery, and/or salad preparation area to the serving site either by carrying or by utilizing a cart.
-Follows prescribed procedures for setting up hot and cold food lines; ice cream, yogurt, and/or ice machines; and chooses proper utensils, setting the steam line to the appropriate temperature for menu items.
-Prepares or assists in the preparation of hot and cold meat and vegetable dishes, beverages, salads, sandwiches, pie fillings, simple bakery items, salad dressings, and/or other similar food items, as appropriate to the position.
-Serves food items to customers from counters and/or steam tables, in accordance with specific instructions, ensuring appropriate portions are served, and adds relishes and garnishes as directed.
-Replenishes foods, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays at serving stations; may order and replenish condiments.
-Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions.
-May clean, wash, and maintain work areas, including floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils, and equipment; collect and place garbage and trash in designated containers; as appropriate to the area of operation.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Food service experience 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
- Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
- Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
- Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature... For full info follow application link.

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Job ID: 522198925
Originally Posted on: 5/22/2026

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