Dining Services Attendant (2025-8172)

Verve Senior Living; Bradford West Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living community is seeking a Dining Services Attendant to ensure exceptional meal service and maintain cleanliness in dining areas. The role involves serving meals, assisting in food preparation, and adhering to safety protocols. A friendly demeanor and a willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Safe Food Handling Certificate required.
• Experience in a hotel/restaurant or institutional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to residents and guests in the dining room.
• Clean and vacuum the dining area as required.
• Assist the cook with food preparation.

Skills

Dependability

Responsibility

Ability to follow instructions

Fluency in English

Education

Grade 12 education

Job description

Dining Services Attendant

Accountability Objective

Under the direction of the Dining Room Services Supervisor, responsible for the delivery and service of meals to residents, maintaining cleanliness of dietary areas and equipment according to standards and regulations, and assisting with food preparation duties. A friendly smile and positive attitude are essential.

Background/Qualifications

• Grade 12 education
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions, fluent in English
• Dependable, responsible, and willing to learn
• Understanding of food service and preparation; Safe Food Handling Certificate required
• Experience in a hotel/restaurant or institutional setting preferred
• Bar experience and Smart Serve certification are assets

Schedule

This position requires evening and weekend work as needed.

Key Responsibilities

1. Participate in and contribute to the Verve Quality Improvement (VQI) Program
2. Serve meals to residents and guests in the dining room
3. Set tables and clear dishes, utensils, etc.
4. Clean and vacuum the dining area as required
5. Wash dishes, pots, and clean kitchen equipment and areas according to procedures; sanitize dishwasher area after meals
6. Handle vouchers for meal guests
7. Serve snacks and portion desserts
8. Receive and store food supplies
9. Assist the cook with food preparation and assembly of plates
10. Maintain effective communication with co-workers and supervisors
11. Follow infection control protocols, e.g., outbreak management
12. Attend in-service education sessions
13. Accept and sign for deliveries, ensuring accurate paperwork
14. Organize resident/guest meal service seating and billing
15. Comply with all policies, procedures, and mandatory training
16. Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, and other relevant standards