Dining Service Associate - Full-Time
About The Position
The Dining Service Associate performs designated serving, cleaning and dishwashing, cooking, food preparation, and other dining department duties. The role is accountable to the Director of Dining and provides versatile support across Dining Operations and Hospitality, flexing between a variety of assignments to serve residents. The position includes assisting with meal preparation and service, cleaning and dishwashing, receiving and storing supplies, and opening or closing kitchen and dining areas. The associate follows sanitation guidelines, applicable regulations, and senior living and healthcare requirements while maintaining a neat work area and a well-groomed appearance that meets organizational and food code standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Current Food Handler’s Permit.
- Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English with residents and staff.
- Ability to read and understand written instructions and follow safety practices.
- Ability to work within standard policies and procedures with limited direct supervision.
- Ability to handle a variety of tasks and functions, establish priorities, and manage time efficiently.
- Dependable, detail-oriented, organized, and able to follow through.
- Ability to react calmly in emergency situations and show patience and compassion to senior adults.
- Consideration for residents’ comfort, safety, security, and belongings.
- Ability to maintain a neat and orderly work area and comply with dress code and kitchen uniform requirements.
- Knowledge and understanding of food safety, sanitation, preparation, and serving principles.
- Ability to work and socialize appropriately with employees, residents, families, visitors, vendors, other healthcare professionals, and the broader community.
- Ability to lift or carry equipment or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to perform frequent stooping, bending, climbing, reaching, pulling or pushing, and prolonged walking or standing; may also need to stand, sit, twist, bend, squat, kneel, or crouch.
- Adequate sight and hearing to meet the responsibilities of the position.
Nice To Haves
- Training in ServSafe is beneficial.
- One year of food service experience is desired, including serving or waiting tables, cleaning and kitchen sanitation protocols, and basic food or meal preparation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation, hospitality duties, and meal service, including serving food, waiting tables, and bussing tables.
- Perform assigned work routines using dining utensils, supplies, and equipment.
- Follow sanitation guidelines, federal and state regulations, and senior living and healthcare requirements.
- Follow cleaning schedules and perform cleaning duties as scheduled or needed.
- Open and close kitchen and dining rooms as needed.
- Wash and store dishes.
- Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies.
- Provide flexible support across a variety of Dining and Hospitality assignments.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and six paid holidays.
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
- Fitness center use at most facilities.
- Voluntary life and AD&D coverage.
- Tuition assistance and scholarships.
- Employee assistance program.
- Legal services, home and auto insurance, and discount purchasing program.
- Pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
