Dining Services Associate-Part Time

Company: Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield
Location: Peace Dale
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

Join Our Team: Are you ready for a rewarding career? Join a company that cares for you, too. Overview:Dining Service Associate (DSA) team members are responsible for ensuring the health and wellbeing of our residents by being responsible for food and beverage preparation, meal service, and kitchen/equipment sanitation. This individual also assists with providing a positive experience to the residents while following all applicable regulations.Competitive Perks:Benefits: Elderwood offers an excellent benefits package, including health, dental and vision coverage, paid vacations and holidaysTuition Assistance Programs: We enthusiastically support staff members with the drive and desire to advance their health care career. Through scholarship and tuition assistance programs, Elderwood helps staff members pay for higher education and gives them the opportunity to advance in their career.Robust Referral Bonus: Come on board with us, refer a friend or colleague and be eligible to earn additional money!Responsibilities:What does a Dining Service Assistant does1. Assists in the preparation and delivery of meals to residents according to department policy and position assignment.2. Adheres to the resident's diet order, texture/consistency modifications, and menu preferences during the preparation and service of food items and beverages.3. Performs all responsibilities of the designated position assignment during the scheduled shift in accordance with all safety regulations and standards of practice.4. May serve meals to residents in dining areas according to seating chart and instructions on resident tray tickets.5. Assists in care and maintenance of kitchen environment and equipment.6. Regularly contributes to, and actively participates in, facility and department staff meetings and inservices.7. May interact and communicate with residents/family members regarding meal service quality.8. Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.9. Arrives to work on time, regularly, and works as scheduled.10. Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.11. Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.12. Supports and abides by Elderwood's Mission, Vision, and Values.13. Abides by Elderwood's businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.14. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.Qualifications:What does it take to be a Dining Service AssistantMinimum of 16 years of ageEmployment Certificate/Permit required for applicable individualsPrior customer service experienceServSafe certification or willingness to obtainPhysical stamina necessary for constant activityHS diploma or equivalent preferredPrior food service, hospitality, serving, or restaurant experience desiredElderwood expects all current and new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination. Employees may request a medical or religious exemption from vaccination.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.

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