Dietary Aide: Fresh Meals, Clean Kitchens, Caring Support

Omnia Healthcare Group; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 20,664,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

401(k) with company match

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

EAP

Employee Discount Program

Training Programs

Growth & Advancement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Crescent Care of Elgin is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our dietary team in a long-term care setting. The role involves serving residents’ meals and performing cleaning duties in the dietary department. You will support cooks, follow sanitation standards, and assist with food preparation and supplies for meals.

A HS diploma is preferred, and prior LTC or industrial kitchen experience is a plus. We offer Daily Pay, competitive compensation, and a range of benefits, with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Read/understand resident tray cards.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Learn to operate an industrial dishwasher within one week.
• Follow sanitation processes and maintain cleanliness standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to residents following portion control procedures.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties per policies.
• Clean tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.
• Sweep and mop floors as directed.
• Transport soiled utensils to the wash area.
• Return clean utensils to storage areas.
• Wash and clean utensils as directed.
• Keep work areas clean, dry and hazard-free.
• Set up meal trays, carts, and dining areas as instructed.
• Assist cooks with meal preparation and food sourcing for meals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Tray card literacy

Fast-paced environment

Dishwasher operation

Sanitation compliance

Education

HS diploma preferred

Industrial food production experience

Long-term care experience a plus

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Crescent Care of Elgin is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our dietary team in a long-term care setting. The role involves serving residents’ meals and performing cleaning duties in the dietary department. You will support cooks, follow sanitation standards, and assist with food preparation and supplies for meals.

A HS diploma is preferred, and prior LTC or industrial kitchen experience is a plus. We offer Daily Pay, competitive compensation, and a range of benefits, with opportunities for growth