Dietary Aide/Server

HHS; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

HHS is hiring a compassionate Dietary Aide/Server in Ottawa, IL. The role involves serving meals to residents, assisting with food preparation, and maintaining a clean dining area in accordance with safety and dietary guidelines. Prior assisted living experience is preferred.

You will work in a fast-paced senior living environment, supporting dietary staff to meet residents’ nutritional needs and dietary requests while upholding high sanitation standards. Training provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisted living or nursing home preferred.
• Knowledge of food handling and sanitation.
• Ability to follow dietary requirements and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to residents with professionalism and care, adhering to dietary and safety standards.
• Assist in food production and meal preparation to meet quality and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, kitchens, and food service equipment through regular sanitation.
• Support bussing tables, sanitizing utensils, and ensuring a welcoming dining experience for residents.
• Follow safe lifting practices when handling heavy trays or supplies.
• Collaborate with dietary department staff to meet nutritional needs and adapt to dietary requests.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Food safety

Kitchen equipment

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Location:Lutheran Life Pleasant View Senior LivingPay Rate:Hourly - Hourly Plan, 17.50 USD HourlyWork Shift:Job DescriptionResponsibilitiesCompany OverviewAt HHS, we are dedicated to supporting essential services across healthcare and senior living environments. Our mission is to ensure that critical facilities operate smoothly, safely, and efficiently every day through our committed team members.OverviewWe are seeking a motivated and compassionate Dietary Aide/Server to join our team in Ottawa, IL. This vital role involves assisting with meal service, food preparation, and maintaining a clean, safe dining environment for our residents. If you have a passion for providing excellent customer service and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!Shift Details:Open AvailabilityStarting at $17.50 per hourDutiesServe meals to residents or patients with professionalism and care, adhering to dietary requirements and safety standardsAssist in food production and meal preparation, ensuring all dishes meet quality and sanitation guidelinesMaintain cleanliness of dining areas, kitchens, and food service equipment through regular sanitation and cleaning routinesSupport with bussing tables, sanitizing utensils, and ensuring a welcoming dining experience for all residents or patientsFollow safe lifting practices when handling heavy trays or supplies, utilizing manual handling techniques to prevent injuryAdhere strictly to food safety protocols, including proper food handling, sanitation procedures, and workplace safety regulationsCollaborate with dietary department staff to meet individual nutritional needs and assist with special dietary requestsQualificationsPrevious assisted living or nursing home experience is highly preferred; experience working with geriatric patients is a plusFood service or food industry background with knowledge of food preparation and handling techniquesFamiliarity with kitchen equipment operation and basic math skills for portioning and inventory managementStrong time management skills to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge of workplace safety practices, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe lifting techniquesExcellent customer service skills with a caring attitude toward residents or patientsJoin our team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve! We value energetic individuals who are eager to contribute their skills in a supportive environment that promotes growth and purpose.All positions are paid roles committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and engaging workplace.HHS-TalentHHS-Temp