Dietary Aide

Healthcare Services Group•Naperville, IL

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Dietary Aide to prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role contributes to providing nutritious meals and positive experiences for residents, while working as part of a supportive team. The Dietary Aide follows food safety and sanitation guidelines, communicates effectively with residents, staff, guests, building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership, and completes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Previous experience in food service or a kitchen environment is preferred but not required.
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
Maintain a positive attitude and communicate effectively with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
Ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
Ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required when mandated by state or county law.
Residency within the service area is required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in food service or a kitchen environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads.
Serve meals to residents according to their dietary needs and portion sizes.
Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and dining areas.
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests, providing excellent customer service.
Complete all other duties as assigned.