Glenwell, a DePaul Senior Living Community is hiring a part-time Dietary Assistant.
The pay range for this opportunity is $16.00 - $16.30
Why work for DePaul?
- Make a positive difference in someone's life
- Supportive work environment
- We value diversity
- Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
- Excellent benefits and competitive wages
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for assuring that food preparation/sanitation practices and policies are followed in a safe environment.Assures that residents are prepared and served the diet prescribed by their physicians according to the menu of the day.Completes other duties as assigned by the Director of Dietary Services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ability to communicate with residents and staff in English.Ability to read and write English.Ability to lift up to 30 pounds unassisted.Ability to visually observe residents, to hear emergency systems and verbal needs expressed by residents.Ability to turn, stoop, bend and stretch in order to assist residents.Ability to stand for prolonged periods.Ability to use equipment competently.Ability to respond to emergencies, i.e. resident choking, evacuation of residents and visitors in the event of fire.
QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED preferred.Two years experience in the food service industry preferred.Must have the required annual Tuberculosis (TB) testing and Annual Health Assessment.Must be aware of and apply the standards of sanitary food preparation.Must have the required references and criminal record check.
Work EnvironmentWell lighted, airconditioned/heated environment; may be exposed to residents with communicable diseases or confused residents who become combative. May be required to work outdoors on occasion at resident cookouts.
Wears the appropriate protective equipment when working with chemicals or cleaning up broken glass. Will be competent in the use of food preparation equipment, i.e., slicer, grinder, mixer, dishwasher, garbage disposal, stove, coffee maker etc.
Benefits
This position is eligible for 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistant Program, Staff Recognition Program, and Employee Discount Program.
DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualification, merit and program need.
Skills Required
- Ability to communicate with residents and staff in English
- Ability to read and write English
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds unassisted
- Ability to visually observe residents and hear emergency systems and verbal needs
- Ability to turn, stoop, bend, and stretch to assist residents
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods
- Ability to use food preparation equipment competently
- Ability to respond to emergencies, including resident choking and evacuations
- High school diploma or GED
- Two years of food service industry experience
- Required annual Tuberculosis testing
- Annual health assessment
- Knowledge and application of sanitary food preparation standards
- Required references
- Criminal record check
What We Do
DePaul University is a private, Catholic institution of higher education in Chicago, guided by immersive learning, real-world experience, and faculty-centered teaching. It offers undergraduate majors and graduate programs across multiple colleges and schools, emphasizing career preparation, student success, and a mission-led education. The university serves more than 21,000 students and connects academic learning with opportunities in Chicago and beyond through experiential study and community engagement.
