Dietary Aide

ALIYA Healthcare Consulting; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

ALIYA of Crestwood is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to help review menus, prepare meals, and serve residents according to planned diets. The role emphasizes quality nutrition, attention to detail, and compassionate care in daily dining services.

You’ll maintain sanitation standards, assist with dishwashing, and help ensure a clean, safe kitchen and dining area while supporting a respectful resident experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience in food service preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas.
• Follow infection control procedures and safety standards.
• Adapt to dietary restrictions and menu changes.

Responsibilities

• Review, prepare, and serve meals per menus and special diets.
• Prepare and serve residents' nutritional bedtime snacks and substitute foods as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection control precautions.
• Perform dishwashing and ensure utensils are ready for the next meal.
• Deliver snacks and carts to designated areas and serve in dining room.
• Sweep and mop floors in kitchen and dish room as directed.

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. If you're passionate about patient care and have a strong attention to detail, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

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

Are You Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're passionate about providing exceptional patient care and have a strong attention to detail, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.