Dietary Aide — Nourishing Meals & Care Support

Alden Village North; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Alden Village North in Chicago, IL is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with dietary functions in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and facility policies.

Responsibilities include assisting in menu preparation, serving meals, washing dishes, maintaining sanitary work areas, and following safety procedures. High school education required; English literacy essential; prior dietary experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• One year dietary experience preferred (but not necessary).
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Assure that all Dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Work with the supervisor/designee as necessary to implement procedures and recommended changes as required.
• Maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, and appearance of work areas in a clean, sanitary, and orderly fashion.
• Recommend to the supervisor the equipment and supply needs of the department.
• Review menu extensions prior to preparation of foods.
• Assist in preparation and serve meals per schedule.
• Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.
• Wash and clean dishes and utensils as directed.
• Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry, and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.
• Assist in arranging diet cards, serving meals, and loading trays on cart.
• Deliver food carts to designated areas.
• Remove food trays/carts from dining rooms and take to dish washing area.
• Prepare and deliver snacks as instructed.
• Prepare and serve foods that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menu extensions. (As appropriate).
• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations.
• Report all accidents/incidents to the supervisor.
• Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to the supervisor immediately.
• Assists in maintaining all food and supply storage areas in a clean and orderly manner at all times.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Assists in receiving and storing of incoming food, supplies, etc. as necessary.
• Attend staff meetings, and in-services etc. as scheduled.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Alden Village North in Chicago, IL is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with dietary functions in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and facility policies.

Responsibilities include assisting in menu preparation, serving meals, washing dishes, maintaining sanitary work areas, and following safety procedures. High school education required; English literacy essential; prior dietary experience preferred but not required.