Dining Services Assistant

United Church Homes•Jackson, OH

About The Position

The Dining Services Assistant performs a variety of tasks, usually not requiring cooking, to support the preparation, service, and clean-up of meals for residents and staff, as well as special events. The role assists the Cook, prepares nourishments, follows sanitation procedures, and supports meal service. The assistant also communicates with residents to help create a homelike dining experience and follows safety, security, and appropriate dementia-care protocols. The position requires flexibility, clear communication, and the ability to work with dietary staff, residents, families, and other community staff.

Requirements

Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions.
Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Effective spoken and written communication skills.
Customer-oriented approach while following company procedures.
Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
Honesty and integrity.
Ability to learn basic computer applications.
Ability to operate mixers, stoves, microwaves, blending equipment, coffee makers, ovens occasionally, and a slicer.
Proficiency using sharp cooking utensils, such as knives.
Ability to understand directions.
Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English.
Ability to multitask and work with a high degree of flexibility.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work with dietary staff, residents, families, and other community staff.
Ability to adhere to the terms and conditions in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Six months to one year of related experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the Cook as needed.
Carry pans, kettles, and trays of food between work stations, the stove, and the refrigerator.
Prepare nourishments according to community procedures.
Wash dining room tables and chairs, sweep and mop floors as assigned, take trash to the dumpster, wash and put away dishes and silverware, and help clean kitchen equipment and the kitchen.
Maintain clean, neat, and orderly work areas.
Support meal service, including setting tables, working on the meal-tray serving line, and serving meal trays to residents as needed.
Check meal trays for accuracy before they leave the kitchen.
Clear tables of dishes and trash and push food carts to the appropriate nursing wings.
Communicate with residents during meals to enhance a homelike dining experience.
Assist with clean-up after each meal and preparation for the next meal.
Respond calmly and logically to unusual occurrences.
Follow applicable safety and security guidelines, procedures, and protocols for residents in the unit.
Communicate appropriately and effectively with residents and their families or other significant relationships.
Provide care, treatment, and services in accordance with appropriate dementia-care protocols.
Participate in relevant educational and training activities as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned or directed.