Culinary Aide / Wait Staff

Otterbein SeniorLife•North Olmsted, OH

About The Position

Otterbein is seeking Culinary Aides to join its not-for-profit retirement community. Culinary Aides assist with preparing and serving quality food to residents, guests, and employees under sanitary conditions. The position is offered full-time or part-time, with weekends included, and a listed schedule of 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
0–2 years of food-service experience in a long-term-care environment preferred.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
0–2 years of food-service experience in a long-term-care environment.

Responsibilities

Provide friendly customer service to residents, partners, and guests.
Maintain good attendance.
Take ownership of nursing neighborhoods while working in them and work closely with the nursing department to serve residents.
Prepare and set up menu items according to standards.
Place hot and cold food items, condiments, and utensils on trays accurately according to tray tickets and menu spreadsheets on a moving tray line.
Restock the cafeteria and other areas with food and supplies courteously and promptly.
Serve meals to residents courteously and promptly.
Scrape dirty trays and dishes and load and unload the dish machine.
Hand wash pots, pans, and other designated items.
Maintain kitchen facilities, including floors, walls, equipment, and utensils, in a sanitary condition.
Handle chemicals safely and educate employees about them.
Assist in the kitchen as needed.
Help maintain a clean and safe environment.
Communicate and cooperate with dietary personnel and other departments.
Maintain resident rights and confidentiality.
Interact positively with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors in a variety of conditions and circumstances.
Follow Universal Precautions and infection-control techniques.

Benefits

Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits.
Vision and dental insurance.
Paid time off that accrues immediately.
Paid holidays.
Life insurance.
Retirement savings plan with a 401(k) and company match.
Access to up to 100% of net earned wages daily through DailyPay.
Employee-sponsored fund for employees in need.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
University partnerships offering scholarships of up to 10% at the University of Cincinnati and University of Toledo, and up to 16% of eligible tuition costs at Hondros.