Dining Assistant - PRN/Casual

Ecumen; North Branch (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization that values the well-being of older adults. As a Dining Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional service to residents, ensuring their dining experience is pleasant and fulfilling. Your responsibilities will include serving meals, maintaining a sanitary work environment, and responding to resident requests with care. This position offers flexibility with a PRN/casual schedule, allowing you to pick up hours as needed. Be part of a mission-driven team that has been advocating for seniors for over 160 years, where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old with effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary service to residents and guests.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Serve meals according to dietary needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Safety regulations knowledge

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. Maintains work area in proper order and follows established policies and procedures of the facility while demonstrating high levels of service. Complies with all federal and state regulations.

About Us:

Ecumen North Branch consists of 51 assisted living rental apartment homes, 68 nursing home beds, 20 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care as well as transitional care services.

Ecumen, a Minnesota based non-profit, is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

Opportunity Details:

Schedule:

• PRN/Casual Status - Will pick up hours as needed
• Shift Times: 6:00am-2:30pm & 6:30am-2:30pm
• Position will work various weekday & weekend shifts.

Pay:

• The targeted pay range for this job is $18.58 to $19.95 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 based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, 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. All food will be served at the proper temperature.
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 supervisor.
7. Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all employees within the community as directed by the leadership team.
8. Assists with special functions as directed.
9. Demonstrates respect for facility property and supplies.

Dining Assistant Minimum Required Qualifications:

• 16 years of age
• 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