Dietary 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

Dietary Aide

Anam Memory Care | Rockford, Illinois

Anam Care and Anam Glen, a dedicated assisted living and dementia care community in Rockford, Illinois, is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our growing team. The Dietary Aide plays an important role in providing nutritious, appealing meals while helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and cooking meals according to established menus and recipes
• Serve meals and beverages to residents in a timely, courteous, and respectful manner
• Assist with meal setup and ensure dining areas are properly prepared before meals
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the 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 all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Work cooperatively with dietary and care staff to meet the needs of our residents
• Provide friendly and compassionate service to residents during meal times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience preferred; 1+ year of experience is a plus
• Food Sanitation Certificate required
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong attention to cleanliness and organization
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated and dependable
• Compassionate and respectful approach when working with older adults
• Willingness and desire to learn new skills and procedures
• Ability to follow instructions and established food safety practices

Why Join Anam Memory Care?

At Anam, our team members have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a team, and understands the importance of providing compassionate service to those in our care.