Dining Services Assistant — Food Prep & Service

Villages at Southlake; Lakeland (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Villages at Southlake is seeking a dining services assistant to support food preparation and serving for residents, families, and guests. The role emphasizes sanitation, safety, and maintaining a clean, caring dining environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation, serving residents in dining rooms for all meals, and upholding HIPAA regulations and department procedures. High school diploma or GED is required; prior dining experience is a plus. Training may be provided.

Qualifications

• Language Ability: Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense to carry out simple instructions.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation according to the established menu.
• Serve residents in dining rooms at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining areas, and equipment.
• Follow sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Provide a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents and families.
• Assist with training of new dining staff when necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Villages at Southlake is seeking a dining services assistant to support food preparation and serving for residents, families, and guests. The role emphasizes sanitation, safety, and maintaining a clean, caring dining environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation, serving residents in dining rooms for all meals, and upholding HIPAA regulations and department procedures. High school diploma or GED is required; prior dining experience is a plus. Training may be provided.