Dining Services Assistant-1

UCHI United Church Homes, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UCHI United Church Homes, Inc. in Four Winds Community seeks a Dining Services Assistant to support meal preparation, service, and cleanup for residents and staff during daily meals and special events.

You will assist the cook, help with tray service, sanitation, and dining room upkeep while adhering to dementia care protocols and safety guidelines, communicating effectively with residents and team members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; related experience preferred.
• Six months to one year of related experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English; multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cook as needed.
• Carry pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
• Prepare nourishment according to community procedures.
• Execute sanitation process: wash tables and chairs; sweep and mop dining room floor; take trash to dumpster; wash dishes and silverware; put cleaned dishes away; assist with cleaning of kitchen equipment; maintain clean, neat work areas.
• Assist with meal service duties: set dining room tables; work on meal tray serving line; serve meal trays to residents (waiter style, as needed); check meal trays for accuracy; clear tables of dishes and trash; push food carts to nursing wings; communicate with residents during meal times to enhance a homelike dining experience; assist with clean‑up after each meal and prepare for the next.
• Act calmly and logically to manage unusual occurrences.
• Follow safety and security guidelines for residents.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, their families, and other staff.
• Provide care, treatment, and services using dementia care protocols.
• Participate in relevant educational and training activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Customer oriented

Interpersonal

Honesty/Integrity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Dining Services Assistant – Four Winds Community

Position description: The 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 special events.

Essential Functions

• Assist Cook as needed.
• Carry pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
• Prepare nourishment according to community procedures.
• Execute sanitation process: wash tables and chairs; sweep and mop dining room floor; take trash to dumpster; wash dishes and silverware; put cleaned dishes away; assist with cleaning of kitchen equipment; maintain clean, neat work areas.
• Assist with meal service duties: set dining room tables; work on meal tray serving line; serve meal trays to residents (waiter style, as needed); check meal trays for accuracy; clear tables of dishes and trash; push food carts to nursing wings; communicate with residents during meal times to enhance a homelike dining experience; assist with clean‑up after each meal and prepare for the next.
• Act calmly and logically to manage unusual occurrences.
• Follow safety and security guidelines for residents.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, their families, and other staff.
• Provide care, treatment, and services using dementia care protocols.
• Participate in relevant educational and training activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Competency Statement

• Accountability – Accept responsibility and account for actions.
• Accuracy – Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication (oral) – Communicate effectively with others.
• Communication (written) – Write clearly and concisely.
• Customer oriented – Provide care to customers following company procedures.
• Interpersonal – Get along well with a variety of personalities.
• Honesty/Integrity – Be truthful and credible.

Education & Experience

• High School Graduate or GED (preferred).
• Six months to one year of related experience (preferred).

Computer Skills

Ability to learn basic computer applications.

Other Requirements

• Operate mixers, stoves, microwaves, blending equipment, coffee makers, ovens (occasionally), slicer.
• Use sharp cooking utensils (knives, etc.) proficiently.
• Understand directions; read, write, and speak English.
• Multi‑task and work flexibly.
• Receive additional training for dementia care if required.
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work with Dietary Staff, residents, families, and other community staff.
• Adhere to the United Church Homes Employee Handbook terms and conditions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.