Dietary Aide/Server

HHS Talent Solutions, LLC; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

HHS Talent Solutions, LLC is seeking a motivated Dietary Aide/Server to join our healthcare team in Arlington Heights, IL. This paid hourly position involves assisting in meal service, basic food preparation, and maintaining sanitation in a healthcare or senior living setting.

Responsibilities include serving meals per dietary needs, assisting with prep, and upholding food safety and PPE protocols. Prior geriatric or dietary aide experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisted living or dietary aide preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g. JCAHO) and sanitation.
• Ability to lift heavy objects safely.
• Excellent customer service with geriatric residents.
• Comfort working in healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to residents in accordance with their dietary needs and preferences.
• Assist with food preparation, including basic cooking, portioning, and plating of meals.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas through proper sanitation and cleaning procedures.
• Support the dietary department by bussing tables, clearing trays, and ensuring a tidy environment.
• Adhere to food safety protocols, including PPE.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely during service and preparation.
• Follow safe lifting practices to prevent injury.

Skills

Assisted living experience

Dietary aide experience

Food safety standards

Time management

Customer service

Geriatric care

Heavy lifting

Nutrition principles

Healthcare environment

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Sanitation equipment

Job description

Location: Lutheran Life Communities - TSOL
Pay Rate: Hourly - Hourly Plan, 19.50 USD
Shift: Hourly

Job Description Responsibilities

Company Overview: At HHS, our dedicated teams perform vital support services that ensure healthcare and senior living environments are safe, clean, and efficiently managed every day. As a trusted partner in essential operations, we are committed to fostering a supportive workplace where employees can grow and make a meaningful impact.

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Dietary Aide/Server to join our team. In this role, you will assist in meal service, food preparation, and maintaining sanitation standards within a healthcare or senior living setting. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a positive dining experience for residents and patients while ensuring compliance with safety and dietary requirements.

Duties

• Serve meals to residents or patients in accordance with their dietary needs and preferences
• Assist with food preparation, including basic cooking, portioning, and plating of meals
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas through proper sanitation and cleaning procedures
• Support the dietary department by bussing tables, clearing trays, and ensuring a tidy environment
• Adhere to food safety protocols, including proper handling of food and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal service and preparation
• Follow established procedures for manual handling and safe lifting practices to prevent injury

Skills

• Prior assisted living or dietary aide experience preferred; food industry or culinary background is a plus
• Knowledge of food production, preparation, and serving techniques
• Familiarity with food safety standards such as JCAHO guidelines and sanitation practices
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to work compassionately with geriatric patients or residents
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and adhere to workplace safety protocols
• Basic math skills for portioning and inventory management
• Experience working in nursing homes, hospitals, or similar healthcare environments is highly desirable
• Ability to lift heavy objects safely while following proper lifting techniques
• Knowledge of nutrition principles relevant to senior care settings

Join us in making a difference through nourishing our residents’ well-being! We value energetic team players who are committed to providing exceptional service while maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene. This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive environment dedicated to health, safety, and quality care.

HHS-Talent HHS-Temp HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.

What We Do

We provide industry-leading support services for aviation, government, healthcare, education, senior living, and resorts across the U.S.