Dietary Aide Winston Manor – Chicago, IL Winston Manor is seeking a dependable and compassionate Dietary Aide to join our dietary team. Dietary Aides play an important role in supporting daily meal service and ensuring residents receive nutritious, appealing meals in a clean and comfortable dining environment. We are looking for individuals who value teamwork, food safety, and providing respectful service to residents.
What We Offer
- Next Day Pay available
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Opportunities to grow within the organization
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing food items and assembling meals according to menus and dietary instructions
- Prepare dining areas and distribute meals to residents as needed
- Serve meals in accordance with established schedules, portion sizes, and dietary requirements
- Assist residents with meal service while maintaining their dignity and independence
- Ensure special diets, food allergies, and other dietary needs are followed as directed
- Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and food preparation equipment
- Clean and sanitize kitchen work surfaces, dining areas, and food service equipment
- Maintain proper food storage, labeling, dating, and rotation procedures
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection-control guidelines
- Replenish food and dining supplies as needed
- Assist with setting up and cleaning dining areas before and after meals
- Report food shortages, equipment concerns, and resident meal-related issues to the appropriate supervisor
- Work collaboratively with cooks, dietary staff, nursing staff, and other team members
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and dining environment
- Perform additional dietary duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Previous food service, dietary, or kitchen experience preferred
- Experience in a healthcare, skilled nursing, or long-term care setting is a plus
- Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices preferred
- Dependable, punctual, and attentive to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow instructions, menus, and special dietary requirements
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Compassionate and respectful approach when interacting with residents
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting within job requirements
- Food handler certification, as applicable
- Must meet applicable health and background requirements
Schedule
- Schedule based on facility needs
- Full-time and part-time opportunities may be available
- Weekend and holiday availability may be required
Work Setting Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) | Long-Term Care | Dietary Services Winston Manor is committed to providing quality meals and a safe, welcoming dining environment for our residents. We are looking for Dietary Aides who value reliability, teamwork, and compassionate service and take pride in supporting residents' daily dining needs.