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Nexus of Forest Edge

Dietary Aide

Chicago, IL

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

... dishes, operating dietary equipment and cleaning work areas. · The Dietary Aide will be able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation and must be patient and ...

Citadel Healthcare

Dietary Aide

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dietary Aide Duties and Responsibilities: * Serves meals that are palatable and appetizing in ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

The Citadel of Northbrook

Dietary Aide

Northbrook, IL

$17 - $20.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dietary Aide Duties and Responsibilities: * Serves meals that are palatable and appetizing in ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

Citadel Healthcare

Dietary Aide

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$17 - $20.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dietary Aide Duties and Responsibilities: * Serves meals that are palatable and appetizing in ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

The Citadel of Skokie

Dietary Aide

Skokie, IL

$18.50 - $20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Dietary Aide is responsible for serving residents' meals and cleaning routines for the dietary ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

U.S. Navy

ENGINEERING AIDE

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Operating and maintaining various types of precision surveying and laboratory test instruments and ... As an Engineering Aide, you'll construct and repair a variety of structures in just about every ...

U.S. Navy

ENGINEERING AIDE

Gary, IN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Operating and maintaining various types of precision surveying and laboratory test instruments and ... As an Engineering Aide, you'll construct and repair a variety of structures in just about every ...

U.S. Navy

ENGINEERING AIDE

Aurora, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Operating and maintaining various types of precision surveying and laboratory test instruments and ... As an Engineering Aide, you'll construct and repair a variety of structures in just about every ...

U.S. Navy

ENGINEERING AIDE

Hammond, IN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Operating and maintaining various types of precision surveying and laboratory test instruments and ... As an Engineering Aide, you'll construct and repair a variety of structures in just about every ...

Pearl of Hillside

Dietary Aide

Hillside, IL

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

... dishes, operating dietary equipment and cleaning work areas. · The Dietary Aide will be able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation and must be patient and ...

Crescent Care of Elgin

Dietary Aide

Carol Stream, IL · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Dietary Aide Position Crescent Care of Elgin is seeking a Dietary Aide to join their team! The ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

Pavilion of Logan Square

Dietary Aide

Chicago, IL

$18.50 - $20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

The Dietary Aide is responsible for serving residents' meals and cleaning routines for the dietary ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

Citadel Healthcare

Dietary Aide

Northlake, IL · On-site

$15 - $19.90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Dietary Aide is responsible for serving residents' meals and cleaning routines for the dietary ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

Citadel Healthcare

Dietary Aide

Northlake, IL · On-site

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Dietary Aide is responsible for serving residents' meals and cleaning routines for the dietary ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

Citadel At Casa Scalabrini

Dietary Aide

Northlake, IL

$15 - $19.90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Dietary Aide is responsible for serving residents' meals and cleaning routines for the dietary ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

Crescent Care of Elgin

Dietary Aide

Elgin, IL

$15 - $16.93/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Crescent Care of Elgin is seeking a Dietary Aide to join their team! The Dietary Aide is ... Experience operating an industrial dishwasher and the sanitation process of the kitchen, preferred.

Pearl of Rolling Meadows

Dietary Aide

Rolling Meadows, IL

$13.50 - $17/hr

... dishes, operating dietary equipment and cleaning work areas. · The Dietary Aide will be able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation and must be patient and ...

Nexus of Elmwood Park

Dietary Aide

Elmwood Park, IL

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

... dishes, operating dietary equipment and cleaning work areas. · The Dietary Aide will be able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation and must be patient and ...

Pearl of Hillside

Dietary Aide

Addison, IL

$13.50 - $17/hr

... dishes, operating dietary equipment and cleaning work areas. · The Dietary Aide will be able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation and must be patient and ...

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How much do operating aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for operating aide in Chicago, IL is $16.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.38 and $18.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Operating Aide vs Surgical Technician?

AspectOperating AideSurgical Technician
CertificationsNone required, but some may have basic healthcare trainingCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient surgical centersOperating rooms in hospitals, surgical centers
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist surgical staff, prepare operating rooms, sterilize equipmentSet up surgical instruments, assist during procedures, maintain sterile field

While both roles support surgical teams, Operating Aides primarily prepare and sterilize equipment, whereas Surgical Technicians actively assist during surgeries. Both roles are essential in surgical settings, but Surgical Technicians typically require certification and have more direct involvement in procedures.

How to become an operating room aide?

To become an operating room aide, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may pursue relevant certifications such as CPR. Prior experience in healthcare or patient care is beneficial, and strong organizational and communication skills are important for assisting surgical teams and maintaining sterile environments.

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Infographic showing various Operating Aide job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,597 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Dietary Aide

Nexus of Chicago Heights

South Chicago Heights, IL

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

Full-time

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Nexus of Chicago Heights

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Dietary Aide

Job Description

The Dietary Aide performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department and is accountable to the Dietary Manager. In absence of the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Aide is accountable to the Cook.

Qualifications for a Dietary Aide:

· High School graduate and previous institutional dietary service experience is preferred.

· Ability to read, understand and follow recipe directions, diet orders, tray cards and work assignments.

· Show a willingness to perform, routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions.

· Numerical accountability is necessary for recipe preparation and proper measuring of cleaning agents and chemicals as well as good motor coordination and manual dexterity are required for various work routines such as preparing food items, serving trays, handling soiled dishes, operating dietary equipment and cleaning work areas.

· The Dietary Aide will be able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation and must be patient and tolerant toward staff, residents, and family members.

Duties of a Dietary Aide:

· Perform defined work routines, using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned by the Dietary Manager.

· Provide assistance to the cook in the preparation and service of meals.

· Meet scheduled meal and snack times.

· Follow Federal and State long term care regulations and Dietary Department Policy and Procedures.

· Follow cleaning schedules and perform cleaning duties as scheduled.

· Assist in arranging tray cards, loading food carts and serving meals.

· Setting up the dining room and serving the residents.

· Wash and store dishes.

· Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

· Follow established reporting procedures for supplies and equipment needs.

· Report any damaged or loose fixtures, flooring, or tiling requiring replacement or repair. Report any unsafe or malfunctioning equipment. Report any conditions conducive to breeding insects, rodents or other vermin.

· Assist in receiving and storing food supplies.

· Understand facility’s fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.

Follow facility Infection Control Policy.

Ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with kindness, dignity and respect.

· Report all grievances and complaints made by the resident to the Dietary Manager.

· Maintains compliance with all HIPAA regulations.

· Ability to accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner.

· Ability to assume accountability for all data contained in the employee’s handbook.

· Perform other department duties assigned by the Dietary Manager.

· Maintains the highest standards of sanitation and safe work environment.