Compassionate Memory Care Dining Aide

Anam Care Assisted Living; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Anam Memory Care in Rockford, Illinois, is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our caring team. You will assist with meal preparation, serve meals, and help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment for our residents.

This role requires teamwork with dietary and care staff, strict food safety practices, and a compassionate, respectful approach when working with older adults. Previous food service experience is preferred and a Food Sanitation Certificate is required.

Qualifications

• Food Sanitation Certificate required.
• 1+ year of food service experience is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and organization.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Compassionate and respectful with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and cooking meals according to menus and recipes.
• Serve meals and beverages to residents in a timely, courteous manner.
• Assist with meal setup and ensure dining areas are prepared before meals.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, dining areas, equipment, and workspaces.
• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and other kitchen items.
• Properly store food and supplies and assist with inventory as needed.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Work with dietary and care staff to meet residents' needs.
• Provide friendly and compassionate service to residents during meals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Cleanliness

Compassion

Reliability

Communication

Education

Food Sanitation Certificate

Job description

Anam Memory Care in Rockford, Illinois, is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our caring team. You will assist with meal preparation, serve meals, and help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment for our residents.

This role requires teamwork with dietary and care staff, strict food safety practices, and a compassionate, respectful approach when working with older adults. Previous food service experience is preferred and a Food Sanitation Certificate is required.