Dietary Assistant

Food Service Team Member

Join the Food Service team at Loyola Hospital and be a part of our full team that's caring for the human spirit! This position will be responsible for all Food Service duties that include:

• Serves food items to customers. Arranges food items on plate neatly and in an appropriate location to achieve an aesthetically pleasing experience for the customer. Correctly portions foods and liquids in accordance with specified scoop and/or ladle size to assure consistent standards which lead to customer satisfaction and cost containment.
• Utilizes appropriate cleaning products and procedures to assure service ware and equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized. Cleans and sanitizes workstation after each meal. Monitors dish machine temperature to ensure proper temperature for sanitation. Uses appropriate chemicals for various equipment and service ware.
• Prepares work station for next meal period to ensure that the products necessary for patient requests are ready and available. Restocks work station with standard items and stocks condiments & service ware appropriate for the next meal.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers and coordinator/designate to ensure patient and customer satisfaction. Recognizes and responds to customer need for additional items to expedite the trayline flow. Fills requests for late trays from the diet office. Communicates problems with food items, equipment, etc. to coordinator so corrective action can be made.
• Performs other duties as assigned to facilitate the operational flow of the Food and Nutrition Services Department. Performs variety of tasks related to food service. Provides customer service to visitors, patients, and staff by serving consistent food products. Follows departmental guidelines for safe food handling and sanitation to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
• Participates in the peer training of new employees. Participates in job-related training and inservice education.

Position requirements:

• Minimum Education: N/A - Not Applicable
• Preferred: High School Diploma
• Specify Degree(s): High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum Experience: None
• Preferred: N/A
• Managerial Experience: N/A

Available Shifts: Full time and Part Time

We offer our employees Benefits from Day One such as:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Health Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On Site Fitness Center
• Referral rewards

Our Promise to You:

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and in our colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

Pay Range: $16.00 - $19.68 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Our Commitment:

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.