Dietary Aide

ALIYA Healthcare Consulting; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

ALIYA of Crestwood is seeking a Dietary Aide to support residents with high-quality food and nutrition services within our facility. You will assist with meal planning, food preparation, and ensuring residents receive meals safely and on time.

The role emphasizes sanitation, coordination with dining staff, and adherence to safety standards while delivering compassionate care to residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience in food service or related field preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, and the appearance of work areas.
• Perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Possess patience, tact, and a cheerful disposition.
• Ability to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing food practices.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Review, prepare, and serve meals in accordance with planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders
• Prepare and serve residents' nutritional bedtime snacks and substitute foods for residents who refuse served foods
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by ensuring necessary equipment and supplies are maintained and that the facility's standards on Infection Control Precautions are followed
• Perform dishwashing and cleaning procedures, ensuring utensils and equipment are readily available for next meal
• Prepare and deliver snacks and food carts, trays to designated areas, and serve food and drinks in the dining room as instructed
• Sweep and mop floors in the kitchen and dish room as instructed by supervisor

Skills

English proficiency

Patience

Tact

Cheerful disposition

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At ALIYA of Crestwood, we're committed to providing exceptional care and services to our residents. As a Dietary Aide, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our residents receive high-quality food and nutrition services.

Responsibilities

• Review, prepare, and serve meals in accordance with planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders
• Prepare and serve residents' nutritional bedtime snacks and substitute foods for residents who refuse served foods
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by ensuring necessary equipment and supplies are maintained and that the facility's standards on Infection Control Precautions are followed
• Perform dishwashing and cleaning procedures, ensuring utensils and equipment are readily available for next meal
• Prepare and deliver snacks and food carts, trays to designated areas, and serve food and drinks in the dining room as instructed
• Sweep and mop floors in the kitchen and dish room as instructed by supervisor

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1 year of experience in food service or a related field preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, and the appearance of work areas
• Perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties
• Possess patience, tact, and a cheerful disposition
• Ability to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing food practices
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace