Care Partner I - Dining Services (part-time)

Westminster Canterbury Lynchburg, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare retirement community in Virginia is seeking a Part-Time Care Partner I for Dining Services. The role involves preparing and serving meals, maintaining dining areas, and assisting residents with various needs. A high school diploma is preferred, and experience in food service is a plus. Candidates must have a professional attitude and a commitment to teamwork. This position supports wellness and comfort for residents in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation sufficient for volume food service.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Good attitude and professionalism required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals following dietary guidelines.
• Set up and clean dining service areas pre and post meals.
• Assist residents with various needs during mealtimes.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Care Partner I - Dining Services (part-time)

Westminster Canterbury of Lynchburg, a 5-Star rated Continuing Care Retirement Community in Central VA is seeking a Part-Time Care Partner I- Dining Services to join our team!

• Primary work location is our Healthcare/Person-directed living neighborhoods that reflect the true comforts and activities of home.
• Will perform general food service tasks to include:
• Preparing and filling dispensers for iced tea and coffee for meals.
• Filling juices to prepare for meals.
• Serve meals using appropriate dietary serving sizes.
• Set up and clean up Dining Service areas both before and after meals.
• Prepare certain foods to accompany meals such as sandwiches, eggs, toast, etc.
• Assist residents while in dining/serving areas with various needs.
• Document food temperatures as required.
• Prior food service experience is preferred but not required.
• Must have a good attitude and remain professional to support a team environment and to support residents while in dining areas.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in food preparation – adequate to understand and manage volume food preparation and service.
• Serv‑Safe Certification preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Must be able to participate in a self‑organized work team setting.
• Experience working with individuals living with dementia preferred.
• 30‑pound lift requirement.

Westminster Canterbury of Lynchburg is committed to best practices for infection control; therefore, we will require all team members to receive the influenza and recommend COVID-19 vaccines.