Dietary Aide (Full-Time, Day Shift)

• Posted 01-Sep-2026 (CST)
• Dietary Department
• 2600 North Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb, IL, USA
• 16.19-20.95 per hour
• Hourly
• IMRF pension plan, paid time off, paid holidays, health insurance (employer pays 75% of premiums), dental insurance (employer pays 75% of premiums), employer-paid life insurance, wellness program

Are you dependable, hardworking, and passionate about supporting quality resident care? The DeKalb County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Dietary Aide / Food Service Worker to join our team and help ensure residents receive nutritious meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

About the Role: Under direct supervision, you will assist with food preparation, tray assembly, meal delivery, cleaning, and dish room responsibilities. This role plays a vital part in maintaining high standards of care and service for our residents.

Schedule: 6:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., plus every other weekend and alternating holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare minor food items, nourishments, and snacks
• Participate in tray-line setup, assembly, and meal delivery
• Assist residents with tray preparation following established procedures
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, dining areas, carts, pots, pans, and utensils
• Operate kitchen tools and equipment safely (dish machine, blenders, ovens, etc.)
• Sweep, mop, remove trash, and perform routine and special cleaning duties
• Note and record resident meal intakes
• Adhere to dress code and maintain a neat, professional appearance
• Attend required meetings, in-services, and orientation
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak, and follow oral and written English instructions
• Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Positive and respectful communication with residents, families, and coworkers
• Ability to perform repetitive, physically demanding, and detail-oriented work
• No previous experience required - 1-3 weeks of training provided
• Current CPR certification required
• Must complete ongoing in-service education and orientation
• Physical exam and two tuberculin skin tests required within 10 days of hire
• Ability to safely perform all essential job functions, with or without accommodation
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships at all levels

Pay: $15.72 per hour ($20.34 per hour if opting for "Limited Benefits")

Benefits: Our team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Environment

• Primarily indoors in a kitchen and dining area
• Exposure to residents, families, water, steam, and food
• Well-lit and climate-controlled facility

Emergency Responsibilities: All team members must understand and follow facility emergency procedures and be able to assist with evacuations and safety-related tasks as needed.

I understand that employment may be conditioned upon successfully passing a background check.

I hereby affirm that the information provided on this application and accompanying resume, is true and complete. I understand that any false or misleading representations of omissions on the application or during the hiring process may disqualify me from further consideration for employment and may result in discharge even if discovered at a later date.

I hereby authorize DeKalb County Government to conduct or participate in an investigation of personal background, work history, licensure, and police record as may be necessary to verify the information provided in this application and to determine my fitness to hold the position for which I have applied.

I hereby authorize persons, schools, my current employer (if applicable) and previous employers and other organizations to provide DeKalb County Government with any requested information regarding my application or suitability for employment, and I completely release all such persons or entities from any and all liability related to the provided or use of such information.