Culinary Assistant - Server/Dishwasher PT

SR COMPANIES LLC•Stevensburg, VA

7d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Assistant enhances the SRI Management experience in Artful Dining for residents, families, and guests, promotes the company’s golden-rule core value, and assists with food preparation and serving under general supervision. The role also includes dishwashing, cleaning, maintaining a safe and orderly environment, and supporting a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents and visitors. The employee follows departmental procedures, established schedules, policies, and safety requirements, and performs other reasonable duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or less than one year of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.

Responsibilities

Assist with food preparation according to the established menu when needed.
Follow departmental sanitation, safety, and cleaning procedures and schedules.
Wash and store dishes using proper cleaning procedures.
Serve and assist residents in the dining room at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Clean the kitchen, food-service equipment, and food-storage areas daily.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents.
Perform general cleaning duties in the kitchen and dining room according to established schedules.
Support a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents, families, visitors, and associates.
Respond promptly and courteously to residents’ and family members’ requests for assistance.
Communicate effectively in a language each resident can understand.
Maintain a safe and secure working environment; practice good body mechanics and safe work habits; and report hazards promptly to a supervisor.
Follow established policies and procedures in emergency situations.
Work cooperatively with associates and management and demonstrate a positive, respectful attitude.
Comply with attendance and call-off policies, dress-code requirements, and HIPAA regulations.
Attend or participate in trainings, in-service meetings, and mandatory meetings.
Refer family and visitor inquiries about resident care to the immediate supervisor.
Assist with training new dining-services employees when necessary.
Take initiative, seek additional information, offer suggestions, and take on special projects or assignments outside regular duties.
Perform other reasonable duties as assigned or requested.