Dietary Aides/Wait Staff

Harmony Senior Services•Suffolk, VA

2d•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, refills salt/pepper/sugar bowls, and 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 proper food storage and labeling techniques. Sweeps, mops, and vacuums kitchen and dining room. Attends required in-services and staff meetings. Completes all other duties assigned. Must be attentive to special needs of residents including: mobility deficits, memory impairment, etc. 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-up 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, memory impairment, etc.
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