Dietary Aide/Server

HHS, LLC; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

HHS, LLC in Arlington Heights, IL is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide/Server to support meal service and sanitation in a healthcare or senior living setting. You will assist with basic food preparation, portioning, and plating, ensuring dietary needs are met and safety standards are followed.

This is a paid, on-site role offering teamwork and growth in a patient-focused environment. Work includes serving meals, adhering to dietary requirements, sanitation practices, and PPE usage.

Qualifications

• 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 to handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent customer service with geriatric patients or residents.
• Ability to lift heavy objects safely and follow lifting techniques.
• Knowledge of nutrition principles relevant to senior care settings.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to residents or patients in accordance with 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 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

Dietary aide experience

Food safety

Customer service

Time management

Nutrition principles

Heavy lifting safety

Job description

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.