Dining Services Associate
About The Position
At Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, mealtimes are about more than food. They're opportunities for connection, comfort, and community. As a Dining Services Associate (DSA), you'll help prepare and serve meals, support residents' individual dietary needs, and create a welcoming dining experience for the people we care for. You'll work alongside a supportive team where your reliability, attention to detail, and friendly approach can make a difference in a resident's day. If you enjoy working with people, staying active, and taking pride in providing great service, we'd love to have you join us. As a Dining Services Associate, you'll help ensure residents receive nutritious meals that are prepared and served according to their individual dietary needs and preferences. You'll assist with meal preparation and delivery, serve residents in dining areas, help maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, and provide friendly service throughout the dining experience. This is an active, people-focused position where you'll have the opportunity to interact with residents and families while working as part of a collaborative team.
Requirements
- Minimum 16 years of age
- Employment Certificate/Permit required for applicable individuals
- Ability to maintain the physical stamina necessary for an active position
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures
- This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. 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
- Prior customer service experience preferred
- Prior food service, hospitality, serving, or restaurant experience desired
- ServSafe certification preferred or willingness to obtain
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation and delivery of meals according to department procedures and assigned responsibilities
- Follow residents' individual diet orders, texture and consistency modifications, and menu preferences
- Serve meals in dining areas according to seating charts and resident tray tickets
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and dining environment
- Care for and maintain kitchen equipment
- Interact with residents and families regarding meal service when appropriate
- Help create a welcoming and positive dining experience for residents
- Participate in department and facility meetings, in-services, and required training
- Follow all applicable food safety, sanitation, safety, HIPAA, and compliance policies
- Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
- Follow facility dress code and identification requirements
- Follow policies regarding electronic devices and company equipment
- Support Elderwood's Mission, Vision, and Values
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management
Benefits
- Gas Allowance Benefit for eligible full- and part-time employees
- Competitive Pay: $16.44 – $18.44/hour
- Shift Differentials for eligible evening, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Full Benefits Package including medical, dental, vision, and more
- Employee Referral Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
