Dietary Aides/Wait Staff

Harmony Senior Services•Martinsburg, WV

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Server is responsible for courteously serving resident and guest meals, and for clean-up and resetting of dining room following meal service. Assists residents when placing orders from the menu, provides beverage service, and refills salt/pepper/sugar bowls. Reports any broken equipment or tableware to supervisor. Understands sit-down service and proper serving techniques, and has a basic understanding of food preparation (salads, desserts, etc.) and knowledge of proper food storage and labeling techniques. Sweeps, mops, and vacuums kitchen and dining room. Attends required in-services and staff meetings and completes all other duties assigned. Must be attentive to special needs of residents including mobility deficits and memory impairment. Assists with tray service and follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information. Interacts in a polite considerate manner to residents, guests, co-workers and supervisors.

Requirements

Must be in clean designated uniform during working hours and maintain good personal hygiene.
Must be able to read and follow simple instructions.
Must possess ability to perform simple, repetitive tasks.
Must be able to learn quickly and apply learned principles.
Must be able to communicate effectively and work under close supervision.
Must be able to bend, reach, grasp, push and pull objects.
Must be able to stand and walk for sustained periods up to three (3) hours at a time.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis and carry heavy objects for 20 feet.
Must be organized and willing to work well with other team members.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Serve resident and guest meals courteously.
Clean and reset dining room following meal service.
Assist residents when placing orders from the menu.
Provide beverage service (water, iced tea, juices, milk and coffee/tea).
Refill salt/pepper/sugar bowls prior to and after each meal.
Report any broken equipment or tableware to supervisor.
Understand sit-down service and proper serving techniques.
Have a basic understanding of food preparation (salads, desserts, etc.).
Knowledge of proper food storage and labeling techniques.
Sweep, mop, and vacuum kitchen and dining room.
Attend required in-services and staff meetings.
Complete all other duties assigned.
Be attentive to special needs of residents including mobility deficits and memory impairment.
Assist with tray service.
Follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information.
Interact in a polite considerate manner to residents, guests, co-workers and supervisors.