Culinary Services Aide: Compassionate Dining & Support

Maryland Masonic Homes; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Masonic Homes is seeking a Culinary Services Aide to support the Culinary Department with cleaning, food preparation, and meal service in our Maryland facility. You will help maintain sanitary kitchen areas, assist with preparation and plating, and serve residents in the dining room.

The role requires good physical stamina, ability to follow diet orders and instructions, and a cooperative attitude as part of a team dedicated to quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must understand and follow instructions and directions.
• Must be able to follow diet orders, tray tickets, and work assignments.
• This position will show a willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Must have good motor coordination and manual dexterity for various work routines such as preparing food items, serving food items and food trays, handling soiled dishes, operating dietary equipment and cleaning the work area.
• Must be able to handle money and make change
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• General understanding of Therapeutic diets is preferred.
• Must have a general understanding of sanitary procedures.
• Must be able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation.
• Must be patient and tolerant toward staff, residents and family members.
• Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel and support agencies.
• Must be able to meet the standards of the MMH MVP Customer Service Program.

Responsibilities

• Care for Culinary Services areas, kitchen equipment, refrigeration and storeroom.
• Maintain sanitary food service areas.
• Clean tables, surfaces, walls, floors and storage.
• Operate dishwashing machine.
• Prepare salad, desserts and miscellaneous items.
• Serve residents meals and buss trays.
• Set up dining room tables with utensils and condiments.
• Stock pantries and assist in receiving food and supplies.

Skills

English proficiency

Cash handling

Dexterity

Customer service

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maryland Masonic Homes is seeking a Culinary Services Aide to support the Culinary Department with cleaning, food preparation, and meal service in our Maryland facility. You will help maintain sanitary kitchen areas, assist with preparation and plating, and serve residents in the dining room.

The role requires good physical stamina, ability to follow diet orders and instructions, and a cooperative attitude as part of a team dedicated to quality resident care.