Dietary Aide – Nourish & Serve Residents

DeKalb County Government; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Job summary

DeKalb County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Dietary Aide / Food Service Worker to assist with food preparation, tray assembly, meal delivery, and cleaning in a clean, safe environment. Under direct supervision, you will support residents with nutritious meals and participate in required trainings and meetings. Schedule: 6:15 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m., plus every other weekend and alternating holidays. No prior experience required; 1-3 weeks of training provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak, and follow oral and written English instructions.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Positive and respectful communication with residents, families, and coworkers.
• Ability to perform repetitive, physically demanding, and detail-oriented work.
• No previous experience required — 1-3 weeks of training provided.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must complete ongoing in-service education and orientation.
• Physical exam and two tuberculin skin tests required within 10 days of hire.
• Ability to safely perform all essential job functions, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Prepare minor food items, nourishments, and snacks
• Participate in tray-line setup, assembly, and meal delivery
• Assist residents with tray preparation following established procedures
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, dining areas, carts, pots, pans, and utensils
• Operate kitchen tools and equipment safely
• Sweep, mop, remove trash, and perform routine and special cleaning duties
• Note and record resident meal intakes
• Attend required meetings, in-services, and orientation
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

CPR certification

Background check

Job description

DeKalb County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Dietary Aide / Food Service Worker to assist with food preparation, tray assembly, meal delivery, and cleaning in a clean, safe environment. Under direct supervision, you will support residents with nutritious meals and participate in required trainings and meetings. Schedule: 6:15 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m., plus every other weekend and alternating holidays. No prior experience required; 1-3 weeks of training provided.