Dining Services Associate
About The Position
The Dining Services Associate performs serving, cleaning and dishwashing, cooking, food preparation, and other duties for the dining department, reporting to the Director of Dining. The role provides flexible, universal support across Dining and Hospitality and serves residents through a variety of assignments. The associate assists with food preparation, hospitality, and meal service; follows established work routines and food-safety requirements; keeps kitchens and dining rooms clean and orderly; opens and closes those areas as needed; and assists with receiving and storing food and supplies. The position requires adaptability, effective communication, dependability, attention to detail, and a considerate, compassionate approach to serving senior adults.
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.
- Dependable, detail-oriented, organized, and able to follow through.
- Ability to work within standard policies and procedures with limited direct supervision.
- Ability to react calmly in emergency situations and show patience and compassion toward senior adults.
- Ability to consider residents’ comfort, safety, security, and belongings.
- 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 community.
- May need to lift or carry equipment or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent stooping, bending, climbing, reaching, pulling or pushing, and extended periods of walking or standing.
- May need to stand, sit, twist, bend, squat, kneel, or crouch while performing duties.
- Adequate sight and hearing to meet the responsibilities of the position.
Nice To Haves
- ServSafe training is beneficial.
- One year of food-service experience is preferred, including serving or waiting tables, cleaning and kitchen sanitation protocols, or basic food and meal preparation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation, hospitality duties, and meal service, including serving food, waiting tables, and bussing tables.
- Perform defined 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 kitchens and dining rooms as needed.
- Wash and store dishes.
- Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies.
- Maintain a neat and orderly work area and a well-groomed appearance consistent with organizational and state food-code standards.
- Adhere to dress code and kitchen uniform requirements.
- Set priorities and manage time efficiently while handling a variety of tasks and functions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and six paid holidays.
- 403(b) plan with a 3% employer match.
- Fitness center use at most facilities.
- Voluntary life and AD&D benefits.
- Tuition assistance and scholarships.
- Employee assistance program.
- Legal services.
- Home and auto insurance.
- Discount purchasing program.
- Pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
