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Dietary Assistant

Trinity Health · Melrose Park, IL · $16.00–$19.00 an hour · Part time

Posted Jul 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you worked in a fast-paced kitchen or food service job.

What they are checking: Ability to keep up with speed and volume without cutting corners.

This job has rotating shifts. How do you feel about working early mornings, evenings or weekends?

What they are checking: Honest fit with the rotating schedule the position requires.

Tell me about a time you helped a coworker who was falling behind.

What they are checking: Team spirit in a food service crew where everyone depends on each other.

What would you do

A patient tray is going to someone on a special diet. How do you make sure it's right?

What they are checking: Care with diet orders and allergies, since a wrong tray can harm a patient.

How would you handle a customer who is upset about their food?

What they are checking: Friendly, respectful service and knowing when to involve a supervisor.

Why does presentation of a plate matter in a hospital?

What they are checking: Understanding that a well-arranged meal affects how patients feel and whether they eat.

About the work

Walk me through how you would portion food using a scoop or ladle size, and why it matters.

What they are checking: Understanding that correct portions affect patient diets, consistency and food costs.

How do you know a dish machine is hot enough to sanitize properly?

What they are checking: Food safety awareness, including checking and reporting dish machine temperatures.

What do you do to keep your workstation clean and safe during a busy meal?

What they are checking: Cleaning and sanitizing habits that prevent foodborne illness in a hospital.

How do you handle cleaning chemicals safely?

What they are checking: Following labels and safety rules so chemicals don't hurt staff or contaminate food.

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The full job description

As published by Trinity Health.

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: 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: • Required: N/A - Not Applicable • Preferred: High School Diploma • Specify Degree(s): High School Diploma or equivalent Minimum Experience: • Required: 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. Pa y 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. Benefits: Click or c opy URL to your browser www.trinity-health.org/sites/default/files/my-benefits/Health-and-Wellbeing/Compliance/Illinois-Transparency-Law/Trinity-Health-Summary-of-Benefits-Illinois-Job-Req-Discloser-Law.pdf 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.

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