Position Overview
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.
We're Looking For Someone Who Is...
Dependable and punctual
Friendly, compassionate, and comfortable interacting with older adults
A team player who enjoys working with others
Comfortable in a fast-paced, active environment
Detail-oriented and able to carefully follow dietary instructions
Customer-service focused and takes pride in creating a positive experience
Willing to learn and grow in a healthcare dining environment
Someone who understands that a great meal can be an important part of a resident's day
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're looking for more than just a job and want to be part of a team where your work genuinely matters, we'd love to meet you!
Apply today and join the Dining Services team at Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid!
Responsibilities
What You'll Do
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
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Qualifications
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
HS diploma or equivalent preferred
Prior food service, hospitality, serving, or restaurant experience desired
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.
EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
