Dietary Aide

MERIDIAN SENIOR LIVING•Chatham, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Meridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.” To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees. A great employee is someone that understands that our work is hard yet rewarding, that team work truly makes the dream work, and that at the end of the day there is nothing more satisfying then making a difference in someone’s life. As a Dietary Aide, you will work closely with our dining services team. This role is responsible for setting tables, bussing tables, washing dishes, assisting the cook as needed, completing cleaning duties and providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Must possess all required licenses and/or certifications if required by State licensing authority and maintain continuing education requirements
Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations
Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual
Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public
Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks

Nice To Haves

Six (6) months’ prior experience in a food service department preferred

Responsibilities

setting tables
bussing tables
washing dishes
assisting the cook as needed
completing cleaning duties
providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers

Benefits

A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision.
1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employees and their family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
Flexible Spending Account
Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401K
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)
The ability to grow your career – whether it be with us or another employer.
A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence!
Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for.