Dining Services Associate

Elderwood•Buffalo, NY
•$16 - $18

About The Position

The Dining Services Associate helps provide residents with friendly service, quality meals, and a clean, welcoming dining environment. The role supports residents’ health, comfort, and overall dining experience and is suited to a dependable, service-minded person who enjoys active, team-based work. Full-time opportunities are available, with open availability preferred. Shift options are 6 a.m.–2 p.m. and 12 p.m.–8 p.m.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Employment certificate or work permit required when applicable.
  • Prior customer-service experience.
  • Current ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain certification.
  • Physical stamina to remain active throughout the shift.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level to support safe, effective communication with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous food-service, hospitality, restaurant, serving, or dining experience.
  • Positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine commitment to creating a welcoming dining experience for residents.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare food and beverages according to established menus, recipes, and residents’ dietary needs.
  • Set up dining areas and assist with accurate, timely meal service.
  • Provide attentive, respectful service to create a positive dining experience.
  • Clean and sanitize dishes, kitchen equipment, food-preparation areas, and dining spaces.
  • Follow food-safety, sanitation, infection-control, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Restock supplies and help keep the kitchen organized and ready for service.
  • Work collaboratively with cooks, supervisors, and other team members to keep meal service running smoothly.
  • Respond to residents’ needs with patience, professionalism, and care.
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