Dietary Assistant

Pan-American Square, a DePaul Community Residence-Single Room Occupancy (CR-SRO) Program, is seeking a Part-Time Relief Dietary Assistant.

About the role

The Dietary Assistant works under the direction of the Dietary Director and the Cook to ensure that all functions of the dietary department are completed in a timely and effective manner.

Responsibilities

• Listens and responds to residents’ requests in a prompt and courteous manner, ensuring all resident needs are met while providing a positive dining experience (as per respect policy).
• Handles all food dishes and utensils according to agency standards and health and safety regulations, including sanitizing dining room service ware, trays, and carts.
• Ensures all work and storage areas are kept neat and sanitary, including proper waste disposal and maintaining sanitary waste receptacles, dumpster areas, and department trash cans.
• Sweeps and mops work areas and the dining room.
• Washes and cleans pots, pans, trays, and all dishware in the kitchen.
• Sets up and breaks down hot and cold tables before and after each meal.
• Ensures all food utensils are readily available for each meal and maintains the cleanliness of all service areas, including hot, cold, beverage, and dishwashing stations.
• Assists cooks with the preparation and serving of all meals and desserts.
• Ensures the security of all dietary items and prevents loss from staff, residents, and the public.
• Follows all food safety protocols when storing and disposing of leftover food.
• Participates in staff meetings and in-services.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations for self, residents, and staff, and wears attire suitable and safe for the position.
• Performs any other duties necessary for the effective operation of the programs.

Requirements

• Experience in high-volume food service is desirable.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Benefits

• 403B with employer match.
• Robust Employee Assistance Program.
• Staff Recognition Program.
• Employee Discount Program.

Pay

$21–$21.30/hour.

Why work for DePaul?

• Make a positive difference in someone’s life.
• Supportive work environment.
• Value diversity.
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement.
• Excellent benefits and competitive wages.