Dietary Assistant - Full Time

Pennswood-Village; Newtown Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Fully-paid life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Pennswood Village in Newtown, PA, is seeking a full-time Dining Room Host to support Health Center dining services. Most shifts are 6:30a-3p; every other weekend and some holidays are required.

You will prepare cold food, coordinate meals, manage menus and reservations, train new staff, and ensure sanitation and safety standards in a hospital-style senior living environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year food service experience preferred with basic knowledge of modified diets.
• Able to communicate effectively with residents, staff and visitors.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures, food service equipment and cleaning agents.
• General knowledge of Microsoft based computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cold food, set up dining area, assemble resident trays and pick up food delivery carts in the Health Center.
• Coordinate take-out meals for Village residents with Resident Health. Contact residents for meal orders and complete menus.
• Complete daily paperwork, including menu pick up, tray line tally sheets and health care production sheets. Input meal counts into the CardWatch system after each meal service period.
• Provide direct dining service and assist residents in Health Center dining rooms.
• Bus and reset the dining rooms according to established guidelines. Ware-wash dishes in Health Care pantries and adhere to established sanitation guidelines.
• Understand and comply with medical emergency procedures in all dining rooms.
• Able to work without supervision, maintain professional manner and appearance, and participate in resident nutritional care.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitation of tray line, Health Care service pantries and dining rooms according to established guidelines and regulatory agencies.
• Assist in the training and orientation of new Health Care Servers.
• Perform duties as Dining Room Host. Check and confirm reservations with residents, create station charts for dining rooms, oversee staff assignments as pertaining to the station chart and schedule in the Health Care dining rooms to ensure completion of tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hours 6:30a - 3p Every other weekend and some holidays required.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift -not applicable-

Location Pennswood Village

Description

Full time position, mostly 6:30a - 3p. Every other weekend and some holidays required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cold food, set up dining area, assemble resident trays and pick up food delivery carts in the Health Center.
• Coordinate take-out meals for Village residents with Resident Health. Contact residents for meal orders and complete menus.
• Complete daily paperwork, including menu pick up, tray line tally sheets and health care production sheets. Input meal counts into the CardWatch system after each meal service period.
• Provide direct dining service and assist residents in Health Center dining rooms.
• Bus and reset the dining rooms according to established guidelines. Ware-wash dishes in Health Care pantries and adhere to established sanitation guidelines.
• Understand and comply with medical emergency procedures in all dining rooms.
• Able to work without supervision, maintain professional manner and appearance, and participate in resident nutritional care.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitation of tray line, Health Care service pantries and dining rooms according to established guidelines and regulatory agencies.
• Assist in the training and orientation of new Health Care Servers.
• Perform duties as Dining Room Host. Check and confirm reservations with residents, create station charts for dining rooms, oversee staff assignments as pertaining to the station chart and schedule in the Health Care dining rooms to ensure completion of tasks.

Full time positions are offered

• Very low cost for single-only benefits!!
• Benefits on the first day of the month following the hire date - including health, dental, and vision benefits
• Fully-paid life insurance and short-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance
• Retirement plan with a generous matching contribution, and
• 25 days of all-inclusive paid time off per year

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

Minimum one year food service experience preferred with basic knowledge of modified diets.

Able to communicate effectively with residents, staff and visitors.

Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures, food service equipment and cleaning agents.

General knowledge of Microsoft based computer programs.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, i.e., standing, bending, stooping, and lifting a minimum of 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About the Organization

Pennswood Village is a nationally respected Senior Living Community (CCRC) for people 65 and over. Nestled in the beautiful countryside of Bucks County, PA, Pennswood is a dynamic community designed for individuals who want a lifestyle with independent services and health care choices on one site.

Our campus is rich with opportunities for physical, intellectual, social, and spiritual growth with ongoing activities and educational programs. Nearby historic Newtown offers fine shops and restaurants. Philadelphia, Princeton and New York City are within easy access.

Our attractive 311 garden apartments come in a variety of sizes from studio through two-bedroom with den. They include all the amenities you would expect, dining options, as well as weekly housekeeping and maintenance.

Our employees at Pennswood Village are our most important resource and we continuously endeavor to be an employer of choice. Pennswood employees appreciate the lively community environment. They enjoy the interaction with residents and fellow employees.

We value a high-quality work experience for staff by encouraging and supporting our employees in continuing their personal and professional education. Our Quaker values show us our lives together are enriched through diversity - we welcome women and men of all races, colors, religions, national origins, and sexual orientations.

This position is currently accepting applications.