Dietary Aide (Part-Time, Evening Shift)

DeKalb County, Illinois•DeKalb, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The DeKalb County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Dietary Aide / Food Service Worker to support resident care by helping provide nutritious meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. Under direct supervision, the role assists with food preparation, tray assembly, meal delivery, cleaning, and dish room responsibilities. The schedule is 4:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. No previous experience is required; 1–3 weeks of training is provided. Pay is $16.19 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, speak, and follow oral and written English instructions.
Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Positive and respectful communication with residents, families, and coworkers.
Ability to perform repetitive, physically demanding, and detail-oriented work.
Current CPR certification.
Completion of ongoing in-service education and orientation.
Physical examination and two tuberculin skin tests required within 10 days of hire.
Ability to safely perform all essential job functions, with or without accommodation.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
Must understand and follow facility emergency procedures and be able to assist with evacuations and safety-related tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

Prepare minor food items, nourishments, and snacks.
Participate in tray-line setup, assembly, and meal delivery.
Assist residents with tray preparation according to established procedures.
Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, dining areas, carts, pots, pans, and utensils.
Safely operate kitchen tools and equipment, including dish machines, blenders, and ovens.
Sweep and mop, remove trash, and perform routine and special cleaning duties.
Note and record resident meal intakes.
Adhere to the dress code and maintain a neat, professional appearance.
Attend required meetings, in-services, and orientation.
Understand and follow facility emergency procedures and assist with evacuations and safety-related tasks as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.