Dietary Aide

Cal Block, LLC; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearl of Rolling Meadows is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with dining areas, meal prep under supervision, and maintain high sanitation standards in a senior healthcare setting.

You will work with kitchen staff to ensure residents receive safe and timely meals, keep stations clean, and participate in post-meal cleanup. A friendly demeanor and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are valued.

Qualifications

• Food service or healthcare experience is helpful but not required.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Ability to prepare meals per instructions.
• Friendly, communicative demeanor.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Set up dining areas and tables with cleanliness and order.
• Prepare meals under guidance of a dietary manager or cook.
• Follow sanitation and safety procedures.
• Work as part of a team.
• Stand for extended periods and perform lifting/bending tasks.
• Assist in post-meal cleanup and dish collection.
• Maintain hygiene by disposing of leftovers and keeping stations clean.
• Monitor inventory and stock levels for ingredients.
• Support upkeep of kitchen equipment and appliances.

Skills

Food service experience

Healthcare familiarity

Sanitation knowledge

Meal preparation

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

DIETARY AIDE

Join Our Team at Pearl of Rolling Meadows as a Dietary Aide

Responsible for maintaining setting up tables and ensuring that dining areas are clean, sanitary, and organized. Prepare meals under the guidance of a dietary manager or cook in our senior healthcare facility – Pearl of Rolling Meadows. Duties include washing and sanitizing dishes, utensils, cookware, and food-service equipment; maintaining cleanliness of kitchen surfaces and floors; properly storing clean items; removing trash; and following all food-safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures. Works cooperatively with all dietary and kitchen staff to ensure residents receive safe and timely meal service.

At the Waters of Maryville, we care for our residents like family. Our competent, warm staff is invested in each patient's physical and emotional welfare and is dedicated to fostering a comfortable home-like environment where our residents can thrive.

Dietary Aide Responsibilities:

• Set up tables and dining areas with precision, emphasizing cleanliness and order.
• Prepare meals under the guidance of a dietary manager or cook, ensuring adherence to instructions and safety standards.
• Ability to follow sanitation and safety procedures
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Perform physical tasks such as standing for extended periods, lifting, bending, and carrying items.
• Set up tables and dining areas with precision, emphasizing cleanliness and order.
• Assist in post-meal cleanup by clearing dining areas and collecting plates and utensils.
• Maintain hygiene by disposing of leftovers and taking out garbage.
• Keep food stations clean, wash dishes, cooking equipment, and silverware.
• Monitor ingredient stock levels and maintain inventory.
• Contribute to the upkeep of kitchen equipment and appliances.

Skills You Bring as a Dietary Aide:

• Previous food-service or healthcare experience is helpful but not required.
• Knowledgeable about sanitation and safety guidelines, ensuring a hygienic environment.
• Skilled in meal preparation according to instructions, utilizing cookware and appliances effectively.
• Friendly demeanor with good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent

We want you! Your career growth and future starts here!

Join our team as a Dietary Aide and play a pivotal role on our team and for your career!