Dietary Aide/Server

HHS, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

HHS, LLC is seeking a compassionate Dietary Aide/Server to join our team at Lutheran Life Pleasant View Senior Living in Ottawa, IL. The role supports meal service, light food preparation, and maintaining a clean, safe dining environment for residents.

Open schedule with starting pay of $17.50 per hour. This position emphasizes excellent customer service, adherence to dietary guidelines, safety protocols, and teamwork with the dietary department to meet residents' nutritional needs.

Qualifications

• Previous assisted living or nursing home experience is highly preferred; experience with geriatric patients is a plus.
• Food service or food industry background with knowledge of food preparation.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment operation and basic math for portioning and inventory management.
• Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices, including the use of PPE and safe lifting techniques.
• Excellent customer service skills with a caring attitude toward residents or patients.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to residents with professionalism and care, adhering to dietary requirements and safety standards.
• Assist in food production and meal preparation, ensuring all dishes meet quality and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, kitchens, and food service equipment through regular sanitation and cleaning routines.
• Support with bussing tables, sanitizing utensils, and ensuring a welcoming dining experience for all residents or patients.
• Follow safe lifting practices when handling heavy trays or supplies, utilizing manual handling techniques to prevent injury.
• Adhere strictly to food safety protocols, including proper food handling, sanitation procedures, and workplace safety regulations.
• Collaborate with dietary department staff to meet individual nutritional needs and assist with special dietary requests.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Food preparation

Sanitation

Time management

Heavy lifting

PPE use

Geriatric care

Teamwork

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Location: Lutheran Life Pleasant View Senior Living

Pay Rate: Hourly - Hourly Plan, 17.50 USD Hourly

Company Overview

At 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.

Overview

We 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 Availability


• Starting at $17.50 per hour

Duties

• Serve meals to residents or patients with professionalism and care, adhering to dietary requirements and safety standards


• Assist in food production and meal preparation, ensuring all dishes meet quality and sanitation guidelines


• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, kitchens, and food service equipment through regular sanitation and cleaning routines


• Support with bussing tables, sanitizing utensils, and ensuring a welcoming dining experience for all residents or patients


• Follow safe lifting practices when handling heavy trays or supplies, utilizing manual handling techniques to prevent injury


• Adhere strictly to food safety protocols, including proper food handling, sanitation procedures, and workplace safety regulations


• Collaborate with dietary department staff to meet individual nutritional needs and assist with special dietary requests

Qualifications

• Previous assisted living or nursing home experience is highly preferred; experience working with geriatric patients is a plus


• Food service or food industry background with knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques


• Familiarity with kitchen equipment operation and basic math skills for portioning and inventory management


• Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment


• Knowledge of workplace safety practices, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe lifting techniques


• Excellent customer service skills with a caring attitude toward residents or patients

Join 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.