Dietary Assistant

Evercare of Breese; Breese (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dedicated and compassionate team

Flexible scheduling (including every‑e

Job summary

Evercare of Breese in Illinois is seeking a compassionate Dietary Assistant to join our resident-centered team. You will review, prepare, and serve meals according to menus and special diets, while upholding sanitary standards and a safe, clean kitchen.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability for evening shifts and every-other-weekend availability, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives.

Qualifications

• Must possess patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, with the ability to work with residents at varying levels of maturity.
• Kitchen experience is preferred, but not required
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including every other weekend

Responsibilities

• Review, prepare, and serve meals in accordance with planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders, ensuring food and facilities are prepared and maintained in accordance with sanitary regulations
• Ensure the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner, with attention to detail and quality
• Prepare and deliver snacks and other designated items as instructed
• Assist in preparation, cooking, and clean-up of meals and prep areas, with a focus on efficiency and productivity
• Maintain accurate records and reports, as required

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Kitchen equipment familiarity

Job description

Dietary Assistant

At Evercare of Breese, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and services to our residents, and we're seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Dietary Assistant to join our team!

Duties:

• Review, prepare, and serve meals in accordance with planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders, ensuring food and facilities are prepared and maintained in accordance with sanitary regulations
• Ensure the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner, with attention to detail and quality
• Prepare and deliver snacks and other designated items as instructed
• Assist in preparation, cooking, and clean-up of meals and prep areas, with a focus on efficiency and productivity
• Maintain accurate records and reports, as required

Hours: Evening Shift and Weekend Availability

Qualifications:

• Must possess patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, with the ability to work with residents at varying levels of maturity
• Kitchen experience is preferred, but not required
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including every other weekend

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated and compassionate team
• Flexible scheduling, including every other weekend
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents