Dietary Aide

Reflections Retirement Community; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement and professional growth

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

EAP & wellness programs

401(k) with employer match

Outside-In Employee Referral Program

Paid Time Off

Self-service payroll (Paycom)

Job summary

Reflections Retirement Community in South Elgin, IL is seeking a full-time dietary aide to serve meals to residents with care and respect. You will help prepare dining areas, maintain a clean, welcoming space, and support safe food handling practices, all while upholding resident dignity.

The role emphasizes high-quality service, safety compliance, and a warm, respectful approach to residents, contributing to a positive living environment.

Qualifications

• ServSafe Food Handler Certification within 90 days of start date.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must demonstrate the ability to serve with love, compassion, and dignity.

Responsibilities

• Serves high-quality, nourishing meals, snacks, and beverages to residents while considering dietary preferences and restrictions.
• Prepares dining areas, providing a clean and welcoming environment for resident social gathering and meals.
• Maintains a sanitary and organized kitchen, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation protocols.
• Engages with residents in a compassionate and impactful manner, reflecting love, compassion, and dignity in every interaction.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: White Oaks at Spring Street - South Elgin, IL 60177, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Responsibilities:

• Serves high-quality, nourishing meals, snacks, and beverages to our residents in consideration of dietary preferences and restrictions
• Prepares dining areas, providing a clean and welcoming environment for resident social gathering and meals
• Assists in maintaining a sanitary and organized kitchen while ensuring compliance to safety and sanitation protocols
• Engages with residents in a compassionate and impactful manner, cultivating a warm and supportive environment where the values of love, compassion, and dignity are reflected in every interaction

Qualifications:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Completion of a ServSafe Food Handler Certification within 90 days of start date
• Must demonstrate the ability to serve withlove,compassion, anddignity

Benefits:

• Advancement and professional growth opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages
• EAP & wellness programs
• 401(k) with biweekly employer match*
• Outside-In Employee Referral Program
• Intentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off*
• Self-service payroll & accuracy tools (Paycom)

*Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status (full-time/part-time)