Food Services Specialist

Alleghany Highlands Community Services•Covington, VA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Food Services Specialist, you help ensure residents receive meals that align with prescribed dietary needs and personal preferences, supporting a safe and respectful home-like setting. You prepare meals and maintain documentation for menus approved by the facility dietitian, post menus for resident awareness, store and label food items correctly, follow physician orders for special or modified diets, and accommodate known or diagnosed food allergies. The role is onsite in Covington and coordinates closely with the dietitian and program staff to keep meal service running smoothly. Typical duties include reviewing the planned menu, confirming diet updates, setting up the kitchen, maintaining safe temperatures and clean work areas, supporting residents' comfort during meals, communicating clearly, and updating postings and records.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Valid Driver's License.
ServSafe certification; may be obtained after hire.

Nice To Haves

Three years of similar experience.
C.N.A. background for applicants interested in a dual role.

Responsibilities

Prepare meals and maintain documentation for menus approved by the facility dietitian.
Post menus for resident awareness.
Store and label food items correctly.
Follow physician orders for special or modified diets.
Accommodate known or diagnosed food allergies.
Review the day's planned menu and confirm diet updates.
Set up the kitchen so meal timing and sanitation stay on track.
Maintain safe food temperatures and clean work areas.
Support residents' comfort during meals.
Communicate with the dietitian and program staff.
Update postings and records so residents and staff have consistent information.