Dietary Aide/Dishwasher - Laurelhurst Village

Avamere Living; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Avamere Living is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide and Dishwasher to join their team at Laurelhurst Village in Portland. The role involves serving food, assisting in meal preparation, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Ideal candidates will have food handling experience and a passion for creating a warm, cheerful environment for residents.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401 (k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a dietary aide or in food handling preferred.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Card within 30 days.
• Active CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, deliver, and serve food as directed.
• Assist Cook in preparing meals and checking diet trays.
• Maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Food handling

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Food Handler’s Card

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Dietary Aide and Dishwasher

Status:Part-Time and/or PRN

Location:Laurelhurst Village - 3060 SE Stark St. Portland, OR 97214

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage,supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage,Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programsand more.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up, deliver and serve food as directed.
• Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.
• Assist Cook in preparing meals and checking diet trays before distribution.
• Prepare kitchen, food and supplies for the next meal.
• Return clean utensils to proper storage areas and maintain a clean, dry work environment free of hazardous conditions or equipment.
• Assist in daily cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, dishwashing, etc.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Dietary aide or food handling experience preferred, but not required.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification

Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 503

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