Dietary Aide — Resident Meals & Safe Food Service

Aperion Care; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care in Elgin, IL is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with meal preparation, serving, and cleanliness in daily food service operations. You will follow established menus, dietary orders, and safety rules to support resident nutrition and wellbeing.

Responsibilities include delivering meals, assisting with snack service, and maintaining sanitary kitchens and dining areas. This role requires English proficiency and a teamwork-oriented, compassionate approach in a residential care setting.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in food areas.
• Willingness to follow policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review, prepare and serve meals per planned menus and dietary orders.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean and organized; assist with sanitation compliance.
• Perform dishwashing tasks and ensure utensils are ready for service.
• Deliver snacks and meals to designated areas and assist with food carts.

Skills

English proficiency

Patience

Attention to sanitation

Food service basics

Job description

Aperion Care in Elgin, IL is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with meal preparation, serving, and cleanliness in daily food service operations. You will follow established menus, dietary orders, and safety rules to support resident nutrition and wellbeing.

Responsibilities include delivering meals, assisting with snack service, and maintaining sanitary kitchens and dining areas. This role requires English proficiency and a teamwork-oriented, compassionate approach in a residential care setting.