Dining Assistant

Ecumen; Hutchinson (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick & Safe Time

401(k) match

Job summary

Ecumen Oaks & Pines in Hutchinson, MN is hiring a Dining Assistant to support food preparation, service and cleanup for residents in a senior living community.

The role focuses on providing friendly, responsive service while maintaining a clean and safe dining environment. The pay ranges from $17.00 to $19.00 per hour with a part-time schedule and a benefits framework for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow facility safety rules and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provides exemplary service to residents, families and guests.
• Serves meals to residents per diet order and portion size, and at proper temperature.
• Keeps work area clean, sanitary, safe and organized; rotates inventory and operates equipment safely.
• Performs opening and closing duties and routine cleaning tasks.
• Notifies supervisor of changes in residents' health.

Skills

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 Oaks & Pines is hiring a Dining Assistant in Hutchinson, MN. Ecumen Oaks consists of 32 assisted living rental apartment homes as well as 9 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services, and Ecumen Pines offers 50 assisted living residences. 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.

Schedule

Part-Time - schedule includes both 8am-1:30pm. 33 scheduled hours every 2 weeks. Schedule includes various weekdays, every other weekend, and every other holiday.

Pay

The targeted pay range for this job is $17.00 - $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 benefits package to our part-time team members including Sick & Safe Time, 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

1. Provides exemplary service to our residents, families and guests, ensuring all feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service.
2. Serves meals to residents per diet order and portion size, and at the proper temperature. Complies with all federal and state regulations.
3. 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.
4. Completes opening and closing duties as assigned. Accomplishes routine, daily and weekly cleaning responsibilities.
5. Notifies supervisor if any changes in residents' personal health is observed.
6. Responds to resident requests and special requests, concerns or complaints and promptly notifies the supervisor.
7. Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all team members within the community as directed by the leadership team.
8. Assists with special functions as directed.
9. Demonstrates respect for facility property and supplies.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Must be 15 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

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