Dining Assistant

Ecumen; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit senior living provider as a Dining Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in creating a warm and welcoming dining experience for residents. In this part-time position, you will assist with food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining a clean work area, all while adhering to safety and health regulations. This opportunity not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults but also offers a supportive team environment that values inclusivity and belonging. If you are passionate about serving others and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older with effective communication skills.
• Ability to follow safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary service to residents and guests ensuring a welcoming environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while serving meals.

Skills

Effective communication

Safety compliance

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Dining Assistant is responsible for assisting with food preparation, serving and cleanup. This position maintains work area in proper order and follows established policies and procedures of the facility while demonstrating high levels of service.

About Us:

Ecumen Centennial House consists of 44 assisted living rental apartment homes, as well as 35 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services, and is in Apple Valley, Minnesota.

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details:

Schedule:

• Part-Time
• Shift: 7:00am-2:00pm
• 40 hours bi-weekly
• Position works various weekdays, every other weekend & rotating holidays.

Pay:

• The targeted pay range for this job is $16.00 to $19.00 per hour.
• Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits:

• Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our part-time team members including dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Provides exemplary service to our residents, families and guests, ensuring all feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service.
• Serves meals to residents per diet order and portion size, and at the proper temperature. Complies with all federal and state regulations.
• Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area. Products will be labeled, dated and rotated ensuring an adequate, fresh inventory of food and supplies. Operates all equipment, specific to duties, in a safe manner.
• Completes opening and closing duties as assigned. Accomplishes routine, daily and weekly cleaning responsibilities.
• Notifies supervisor if any changes in residents’ personal health is observed.
• Responds to resident requests and special requests, concerns or complaints and promptly notifies the supervisor.
• Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all team members within the community as directed by the leadership team.
• Assists with special functions as directed.
• Demonstrates respect for facility property and supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Commercial kitchen experience
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Previous senior care experience
• Serv Safe or other food safety and sanitation training/certification

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities