Dining Services Associate

Elderwood/Pediatric/PostAcute/Woodmark•Waverly, NY

8d•$16 - $18

About The Position

APPLY HERE FOR FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME DINING SERVICES ASSOCIATE OPPORTUNITY : Elderwood at Waverly: At Elderwood at Waverly we are seeking kind, collaborative and dedicated Dining Services Associate to join our dietary network. Dining Services Associate- Position Overview: Dining Service Assistant (DSA) team members are responsible for ensuring the health and wellbeing of our residents by being responsible for food and beverage preparation, meal service, and kitchen/equipment sanitation. This individual also assists with providing a positive experience to the residents while following all applicable regulations. Elderwood Benefits as a Dining Services Associate (must qualify): Employee Referral Bonus 401K with Employer Matching PTO & Holiday Package Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision Shift Differentials Other Compensation Programs! Elderwood at Waverly: Elderwood at Waverly is located in Waverly, NY, between Elmira and Binghamton, NY, along the Twin Tiers. Offering a continuum of care, the campus features a 200-bed skilled nursing facility with secure memory care and Adult Medical Day Services, adjacent to an assisted living community. A spacious, up-to-date therapy gym accommodates residential subacute rehabilitation and outpatient physical, occupational and speech therapy.

Requirements

Minimum of 16 years of age
Employment Certificate/Permit required for applicable individuals
Prior customer service experience
ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain
Physical stamina necessary for constant activity
In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

HS diploma or equivalent preferred
Prior food service, hospitality, serving, or restaurant experience desired

Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation and delivery of meals to residents according to department policy and position assignment.
Adheres to the resident’s diet order, texture/consistency modifications, and menu preferences during the preparation and service of food items and beverages.
Performs all responsibilities of the designated position assignment during the scheduled shift in accordance with all safety regulations and standards of practice.
May serve meals to residents in dining areas according to seating chart and instructions on resident tray tickets.
Assists in care and maintenance of kitchen environment and equipment.
Regularly contributes to, and actively participates in, facility and department staff meetings and inservices.
May interact and communicate with residents/family members regarding meal service quality.
Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
Arrives to work on time, regularly, and works as scheduled.
Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
Supports and abides by Elderwood’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Abides by Elderwood’s businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.