Culinary/Dietary Aide - Server (88122)

Cedar Ridge Village•West Des Moines, IA
•Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Ridge Village is seeking a dedicated Culinary/Dietary Aide to help provide nutritious meals and a relaxing, enjoyable dining experience for residents and guests. The role includes serving meals, carrying out assigned Dietary Department work and cleaning routines, and supporting food safety and sanitation. The community offers independent living, assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. The position is full-time, with openings for 30 or more hours per week. Shifts are generally four or eight hours; the listed day shift is 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cedar Ridge Village describes itself as a family-based organization with a culture of care and a commitment to enriching residents’ lives and providing a positive work environment for team members. The community is a tobacco-free campus, follows CMS and CDC protocols and guidelines, and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent education (GED) is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

  • ServSafe certification is encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Help create a restaurant-style dining experience through meal service, customer service, and collaboration.
  • Follow written and oral instructions, diet orders and tray cards, and work assignments.
  • Ensure meal orders are delivered accurately and special requests or dietary restrictions are noted and followed.
  • Perform defined work routines.
  • Assist with cleaning after meals and setting up for the next meal.
  • Follow food safety and sanitation procedures and maintain a clean, safe environment.
  • Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies as directed by the Culinary Director.
  • Attend scheduled department meetings and educational programs.
  • Follow defined safety codes while performing duties.
  • Follow infection control procedures.
  • Learn the community’s fire and disaster plans and follow established procedures during drills and emergencies.
  • Be knowledgeable of applicable federal, state, and community rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision care plans with company cost share (full-time only).
  • Company-paid Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions for team members and their families.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Holiday premium pay.
  • Volunteer time off.
  • Competitive wages and shift differentials.
  • Referral bonus.
  • Service award bonus.
  • Career path development.
  • Tuition assistance and certification course payment.
  • Fun and engaging team environment.
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