Culinary Aide / Wait Staff

Otterbein SeniorLifeNorth Olmsted, OH
Onsite

About The Position

Culinary Aides assist in the preparation and serving of quality food to residents, guests, and employees under sanitary conditions at Otterbein, a vibrant, not-for-profit retirement community.

Requirements

  • 0-2 years of food service experience within a Long-Term Care environment preferred.

Nice To Haves

  • High School diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide excellent customer service to residents, partners, and guests with a positive attitude.
  • Maintain good attendance.
  • Take ownership of nursing neighborhoods during shifts.
  • Collaborate with the nursing department to serve residents.
  • Prepare and set up menu items according to standards.
  • Accurately serve food and supplies on a moving tray line based on tray tickets and menu spreadsheets.
  • Restock cafeteria and other areas with food and supplies courteously and promptly.
  • Serve meals to residents in a courteous and timely manner.
  • Scrape dirty trays and dishes, and operate the dish machine.
  • Hand wash pots, pans, and other designated items.
  • Maintain kitchen facilities, including floors, walls, equipment, and utensils, in a sanitary manner.
  • Safely handle chemicals and educate employees on their use.
  • Assist in the kitchen as needed.
  • Ensure a clean and safe environment is maintained.
  • Communicate and cooperate with dietary personnel and other departments.
  • Maintain resident rights and confidentiality.
  • Interact positively with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
  • 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 with a 401(k) with company match
  • Access up to 100% of your net earned based 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 with University of Cincinnati and University of Toledo for scholarships up to 10% and Hondros up to 16% of eligible tuition costs
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