Dietary Aide

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.