Dietary Aide / Server

Harmony Senior Services; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits

Training, Development & Career Ladder

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services is seeking a Server to courteously serve resident and guest meals, assist with menu orders, beverages, and dining room cleanup. The role includes refilling condiments, handling tray service, and maintaining equipment and cleanliness.

You will work with a team and support residents with mobility needs while following confidentiality policies. Requirements include reading simple instructions, effective communication, ability to stand/walk for extended periods, and lifting

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow simple instructions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, guests and co-workers.
• Must be able to stand and walk for sustained periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Serve residents and guests courteously and reset dining area after meals.
• Assist residents with menu orders and beverage service.
• Refill condiments and manage tableware and basic food prep knowledge.
• Report any broken equipment to supervisor and follow safety protocols.
• Attend required in-services and staff meetings and participate in tray service as needed.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Communication

Mobility and stamina

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

11239 Berry Road, Waldorf, Maryland 20603

Job Description

The Server is responsible for courteously serving resident and guest meals, and for clean-up and resetting of dining room following meal service.

• Assists residents when placing orders from the menu
• Provide beverage service (water, iced tea, juices, milk and coffee/tea)
• Refill salt/pepper/sugar bowls prior to and after each meal
• Report any broken equipment or tableware to supervisor
• Understands sit-down service and proper serving techniques
• Has a basic understanding of food preparation (salads, desserts, etc.)
• Knowledge of proper food storage and labeling techniques
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum kitchen and dining room
• Attends required in-services and staff meetings
• Completes all other duties assigned
• Must be attentive to special needs of residents including: mobility deficits, memory impairment, etc.)
• Assists with tray service
• Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information
• Interacts in a polite considerate manner to residents, guests, co-workers and supervisors

Requirements:

• Must be in clean designated uniform during working hours and maintain good personal hygiene
• Must be able to read and follow simple instructions
• Must possess ability to perform simple, repetitive tasks
• Must be able to learn quickly and apply learned principles
• Must be able to communicate effectively and work under close supervision
• Must be able to bend, reach, grasp, push and pull objects
• Must be able to stand and walk for sustained periods up to three (3) hours at a time
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis and carry heavy objects for 20 feet
• Must be organized and willing to work well with other team members
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages

• Training, Development & Career Laddering

• Great work-life balance

• Flexible Scheduling