Dietary Aide

AA Healthcare Management; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

Elective benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

Northbrook Health and Rehab is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide to support our food service operations. You will assist in meal preparation and delivery while upholding high hygiene and food safety standards.

Responsibilities include serving meals according to dietary restrictions, keeping dining areas clean, and coordinating with kitchen staff to meet residents' dietary needs. Open availability including evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in food service or dietary settings is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations is beneficial.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Compassionate, reliable and dedicated to service.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Open availability including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and serving meals to residents in accordance with dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Ensure that food is served in an attractive and appetizing manner.
• Help with cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen and dining areas.
• Maintain inventory of food supplies and report shortages to the supervisor.
• Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper handling of food.
• Provide support to the kitchen staff with food preparation tasks as directed.
• Ensure that meals are served promptly and in proper portion sizes.
• Communicate with other team members to ensure dietary needs are met.

Skills

Food safety

Team player

Communication

Organizational skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Evenings weekends

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Dietary Aide to join our team at Northbrook Health and Rehab. As a Dietary Aide, you will play an essential role in supporting our food service operations by assisting in meal preparation and delivery while ensuring high standards of hygiene and food safety are maintained.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing and serving meals to residents in accordance with dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Ensure that food is served in an attractive and appetizing manner.
• Help with cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen and dining areas.
• Maintain inventory of food supplies and report shortages to the supervisor.
• Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper handling of food.
• Provide support to the kitchen staff with food preparation tasks as directed.
• Ensure that meals are served promptly and in proper portion sizes.
• Communicate with other team members to ensure dietary needs are met.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in food service or dietary settings is a plus, but not required.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and practices is an asset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team.
• Compassionate, reliable, and dedicated to providing excellent service.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Open availability, including evenings and weekends, is a MUST.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to handle hot and cold food equipment safely.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, and elective benefits available.
• Opportunity for growth and career advancement.
• A supportive work environment focused on team collaboration.

Northbrook Health and Rehab is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.