Dining Service Aide

St. Paul Elder Services, Inc.; Kaukauna (WI); On-site; USD 17,564 - 24,452; Full time

Job summary

A community health service provider is looking for a Dining Service Aide to assist in meal preparation and dining services. The role involves preparing food for various dietary needs, encouraging resident engagement, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area. Candidates must be reliable, possess basic food handling knowledge, and be able to work evenings and weekends. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute positively to the dining experience of residents.

Qualifications

• Ability to work late evenings and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with menu and dietary limitations.
• Assists residents in the dining area and encourages socialization.
• Prepares food for regular and modified diets.
• Sets up tables for scheduled meals.
• Delivers trays to nursing neighborhoods.
• Performs routine cleaning tasks.
• Operates dishwasher following procedures.
• Participates in audits and adheres to dress code.
• Completes documentation accurately.
• Follows safety policies and participates in drills.

Skills

Reliable attendance

Basic food handling knowledge

Strong communication skills with residents

Job description

Dining Service Aide

Position at St. Paul Elder Services, Inc.

St. Paul Elder Services, we’re passionate about providing care and services that make a difference in the lives of seniors and their families. Our team is full of unique and compassionate individuals who are dedicated to making a difference.

Pay Range

1. Base pay: $12.75/hr – $17.75/hr
2. Actual pay based on skills and experience; discuss with recruiter.

Schedule

Openings: 19 biweekly. Must be 16 or older. Weekdays 1–2 nights a week after school (3:45–7:00 pm) and every other weekend 6:30 am–11:30 am. Requires every other holiday and weekend, with options to pick up additional hours and cross‑train in multiple kitchens.

Responsibilities

• Understands basic diets and coordinates with menu and diet limitations.
• Addresses residents/tenants/patients by name, assists them in the dining area, and encourages socialization.
• Prepares and/or plates food for regular and modified diets.
• Sets up tables and carts for scheduled meals and special functions.
• Delivers trays to serving areas or directly to nursing neighborhoods.
• Performs routine cleaning tasks, disposes of trash and garbage.
• Operates dishwasher following proper procedures and guidelines, maintaining sanitary procedures in warewashing.
• Participates in audits, adheres to dress code and personal hygiene practices.
• Completes all required documentation accurately and timely.
• Follows fire/disaster safety policies, participates in drills and evacuation plans.
• Participates in meetings/training as requested by Director of Nutrition Services.
• Follows chain of command, does not contribute to unproductive actions, complies with departmental and corporate policies.
• Notifies personnel of defective equipment and needed repairs or supplies.
• Maintains confidentiality per HIPAA regulations.
• Identifies with, shares in, and is committed to the mission, core values, and objectives of St. Paul Elder Services and its Sponsor.
• Adheres to infection control procedures, including hand washing and standard precautions.
• Completes miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

While specific qualifications were not listed, the role requires reliable attendance, basic food handling knowledge, ability to work late evenings and weekend shifts, and strong communication skills with residents.

Seniority Level

Internship

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at St. Paul Elder Services, Inc. by 2x.