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Dietary Aide

Hopedale Medical Complex, Hopedale, IL, United States


Hopedale Medical Complex (HMC)

Location:

Hopedale, IL

Schedule:

Evening shifts, 4pm–7pm, with rotating weekends and holidays

Why Join HMC
HMC offers a supportive, team‑oriented environment with great benefits and opportunities to grow.

HMC Offers:

Starting wage is $15/hr.

Wellness Center membership

401(k) plan with employer match

Position Overview
The Dietary Aide plays an important role in providing high‑quality service to residents, visitors, and employees. This position is responsible for serving meals, preparing food items, maintaining clean and safe kitchen areas, and supporting the dietary team across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare tray line items including napkins, wrapped silverware, trays, lids, and placemats

Complete food prep for tray line and cooler

Assemble trays according to meal requests or physician orders

Stock carts with ice water and iced tea for lunch

Load and deliver carts to childcare, hospital, senior living, and nursing home areas

Prepare puddings, Jell‑O, and salads for the next day

Serve lunch on the tray line

Refill salad bar

Check dates on puddings, custards, and similar items to ensure freshness

Clear and sanitize tables and tabletop items

Empty carts and remove trash

Clean carts, coffee pots, and kitchen equipment

Wash dishes and maintain a clean kitchen environment

Prepare kitchen and dining rooms for the next meal

Answer kitchen phone as needed

Perform other related duties as assigned

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in high school

Ability to work well with a variety of people

Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team

Reliable and dependable

Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays

Background Check & Drug Screen
All HMC employees must pass a federal and state background check and a drug and alcohol screening. Testing includes both illegal and legal substances, including cannabis (THC).

Working Conditions
Work is performed in a kitchen environment with exposure to hot foods, utensils, water, and potentially slick surfaces. Safety procedures are followed to minimize hazards.

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