Culinary/Dietary Aide - Server

Pivotal Health Care•West Des Moines, IA
•Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Ridge Village is seeking a dedicated Culinary/Dietary Aide to help provide nutritious meals and an enjoyable dining experience for residents and guests. The role serves meals, supports customer service and dining-room collaboration, follows diet orders and tray cards, and carries out assigned Dietary Department work and cleaning routines. The position also supports food and supply handling, sanitation, safety, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Requirements

  • Follow written and oral instructions.
  • Preferred: high school graduation or equivalent education (GED); not required.
  • ServSafe certification is encouraged but not required.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

  • Help create a restaurant-style dining experience by serving meals, providing customer service, and collaborating with others.
  • Follow written and oral instructions, diet orders and tray cards, and work assignments.
  • Deliver meal orders accurately and follow any special requests or dietary restrictions.
  • Perform defined work routines.
  • Clean after meals and help set 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 established safety codes while performing duties.
  • Follow infection control procedures.
  • Learn the community’s fire and disaster plans and follow procedures during drills and emergencies.
  • Stay knowledgeable about 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.
  • Engaging team environment.
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