Dining Services Associate
Elderwood•Cheektowaga, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
Elderwood at Cheektowaga is seeking Dining Services Associates to help care for residents by providing them with healthy, delicious meals. This role is responsible for food and beverage preparation, meal service, and kitchen/equipment sanitation, while also ensuring a positive experience for residents and adhering to all applicable regulations.
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
- Must 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
