Dining Services Assistant-1

United Church Homes, Inc.; Jackson (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

United Church Homes, Inc. is seeking a Dining Services Assistant at Four Winds Community in Jackson, OH. The role involves assisting cooks, serving meals to residents, and maintaining a clean dining area in a supportive, dementia-aware environment.

Responsibilities include food preparation assistance, sanitation, tray service, and coordinating with staff to ensure a pleasant, homelike dining experience for residents and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months to one year of related experience preferred.
• Ability to operate mixers, stoves, microwaves and other kitchen equipment.
• Must read, write, understand and speak English.
• Must be able to multi-task and adapt to resident needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cook as needed and help with meal preparation and serving.
• Carry pans, kettles and trays between work stations and dining area.
• Assist with sanitation: cleaning dining room, trash removal, dishwashing and storage.
• Set tables and assist with meal tray service, as needed.
• Communicate with residents to provide a homelike dining experience.
• Support dementia care protocols and follow safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with Dietary staff and other community personnel during meals.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Customer oriented

Interpersonal skills

Honesty & integrity

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Basic kitchen equipment

Job description

## Dining Services Assistant-1Applylocations: Jackson, OHtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: JR-5249Community Name:Four Winds CommunityThe Dining Services Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of tasks (usually not requiring cooking) in the preparation, service and clean-up for meals served to residents and staff in the community and other special events.**Essential Functions Statement(s)*** Assists Cook as needed* Carries pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator* Prepares nourishments according to community procedures* Executes the sanitation process by the following: Washes tables and chairs in the dining room; Sweeps and mops the dining room floor as assigned; Takes trash to the dumpster; Washes dishes and silverware according to dish washing procedures; Puts clean dishes and silverware away; Assists with cleaning of equipment and kitchen as assigned; Maintains clean, neat, and orderly work areas* Assists with meal service duties through the following: May set dining room tables for meals; may work on meal tray serving line; May serve meal trays to residents (waiter style, as needed); Checks meal trays for accuracy before they leave the kitchen area; Clears tables of dishes and trash; Pushes food carts to appropriate nursing wings; Communicates with residents during meal times to enhance homelike dining experience; Assists with clean-up after each meal and preparation for next meal; Thinks and acts calmly and logically to meet unusual occurrences of the job without being thrown off stride* Follows all appropriate safety and security guidelines, procedures and protocol for residents in the unit* Maintains appropriate, effective communication with residents, and with residents' family or other significant relationships* Provides all care, treatment and services with appropriate dementia care protocols* Participates in relevant educational and training activities as appropriate* Performs all other duties as assigned or directed**Competency Statement(s)*** Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.* Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.* Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.* Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.* Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.* Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.* Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.**Skills & Abilities*** Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred* Experience: Six months to one (1) year related experience preferred* Computer Skills: Ability to learn basic computer applications* Other Requirements: Must be able to operate the following equipment: mixers, stoves, microwaves, blending equipment, coffee makers, ovens (occasionally), slicer; Must be able to proficiently use sharp cooking utensils (i.e., knives, etc); Must have the ability to understand directions; Must have the ability to read, write, understand and speak the English language; Must be able to multi-task and work with a high degree of flexibility; Special care or dementia care employees will have additional training in the care and treatment of dementia residents; Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Must be able to work with Dietary Staff, residents, families, and other community staff; Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook