Dietary Aides | Full Time

Harmony Senior Services; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Benefits packages

Career laddering

Flexible scheduling

Work-life balance

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Yorktown, Virginia is seeking a Server to courteously serve resident and guest meals and help with clean-up after each service. You will assist residents with menu selections, provide beverages, and ensure a welcoming dining room.

The role requires standing for long periods, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Harmony offers 401k, benefits packages for fulltime and part-time staff, training and career laddering, and a

Qualifications

• Experience in dining or food-service settings.
• Ability to read and follow simple instructions.
• Lifts up to 50 lbs and stands for extended periods.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to assist residents with mobility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals courteously to residents and guests.
• Assist with menu orders and beverage service.
• Maintain dining room and kitchen cleanliness.
• Adhere to food storage and labeling policies.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Reading comprehension

Communication

Mobility assistance

Job description

3540 Victory Boulevard, Yorktown, Virginia 23693

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

Pay Ranges: $15/hr - $16/hr

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages

• Training, Development & Career Laddering

• Great work-life balance

• Flexible Scheduling