Dietary Aide/Server

Forefronthealthcare; Maryland; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Dietary Aide/Server in an Independent Living Dining Room, where you'll play a vital role in enhancing the dining experience for residents. This position offers a supportive team environment, with training provided by the Director of Culinary to ensure your success. You'll assist in meal preparation, adhere to food safety guidelines, and cater to the unique dietary needs of geriatric residents. If you're passionate about providing quality service and making a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year food service experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and service, adhering to guidelines.
• Deliver meals and maintain cleanliness in dining areas.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Ability to follow directions

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule: M-F, every other weekend rotation required

Hours: 10AM - 6:30PM

Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience.

Job Description

Forefront Healthcare is hiring for a Dietary Aide/Server for our Independent Living Dining Room!

You will be on a team that will support you! This is a great time to join our growing company at our location Midlothian, MD.

Come be a part of an exciting culture that will support your growth and help develop your career. Our Director of Culinary will provide you with the necessary training to be successful in this role.

Position Summary

The Dietary Aide is responsible for setting up the dining area and trays for meal services, adhering to food safety guidelines, and following dietary restrictions based on residents' needs.

Assists the cook in the preparation and service of meals, meeting scheduled meal times while following established policies and procedures within the dietary department to ensure residents receive the highest quality of service.

Essential Job Functions

1. Assist cook/supervisor with food preparation and service using specific procedures, following guidelines and regulations.
2. Deliver residents’ meal carts and set up and clean assigned dining area(s) to serve residents.
3. Accurately record temperatures on refrigerators; clean and stock as needed.
4. Wash and store dishes, adhering to overall sanitation and maintenance of the kitchen.
5. Knowledgeable of Federal, State, and Community’s rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

1. 1 year food service experience preferred but not required
2. Fluent in English, including reading, writing, and speaking
3. Ability to communicate clearly to all levels within the community
4. Desire and commitment to work with geriatric residents, understanding their special needs
5. Must be able to follow directions and follow through on assignments
6. Ability to work with others as part of a team
7. Ability to multi-task and prioritize
8. ServSafe certification is desirable but not required

Education Requirement

High school diploma or GED degree

Willingness to learn

Team player

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand for long periods of time.