Dining Services Associate

Elderwood; City of Hornell (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood at Hornell in New York State is hiring Dining Services Associates for both full-time and part-time positions. You will assist with food and beverage preparation, meal service, and kitchen sanitation to support residents' health and wellbeing.

The role emphasizes customer service, adherence to dietary orders, safety standards, and teamwork. Flexible pathways are available; Elderwood is an equal opportunity employer with a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years.
• Employment Certificate/Permit required where applicable.
• Prior customer service experience.
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physical stamina for constant activity.
• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency in English at intermediate level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and delivery of meals to residents according to policy.
• Adhere to residents' dietary orders and texture modifications.
• Perform duties of the assigned position during shifts per safety standards.
• Serve meals in dining areas following seating charts and tickets.
• Assist in care and maintenance of kitchen and equipment.
• Participate in staff meetings and inservices.
• Communicate with residents and families about meal service quality.
• Utilize electronic timekeeping as directed.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Overview

Dining Services Associates – Elderwood at Hornell

Earn More. Grow More.

Elderwood at Hornell is hiring for both Full-Time and Part-Time Dining Services Associates

Salary

$16.10/hr - $18.31/hr

Whether You’re Looking For Stability And Consistency - Or Maximum Flexibility - We Offer Options That Fit Your Life. We Are Hiring

• Full-Time Dining Services Associates (benefit eligible)
• Part-Time Dining Services Associates - 15 Hours a week

One application. Multiple pathways.

Dining Service Associate Position Overview

• Dining Service Associate (DSA) team members are responsible for ensuring the health and wellbeing of our residents by being responsible for food and beverage preparation, meal service, and kitchen/equipment sanitation. This individual also assists with providing a positive experience to the residents while following all applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation and delivery of meals to residents according to department policy and position assignment.
• Adheres to the resident’s diet order, texture/consistency modifications, and menu preferences during the preparation and service of food items and beverages.
• Performs all responsibilities of the designated position assignment during the scheduled shift in accordance with all safety regulations and standards of practice.
• May serve meals to residents in dining areas according to seating chart and instructions on resident tray tickets.
• Assists in care and maintenance of kitchen environment and equipment.
• Regularly contributes to, and actively participates in, facility and department staff meetings and inservices.
• May interact and communicate with residents/family members regarding meal service quality.
• Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
• Arrives to work on time, regularly, and works as scheduled.
• Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
• Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
• Supports and abides by Elderwood’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Abides by Elderwood’s businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• Employment Certificate/Permit required for applicable individuals
• Prior customer service experience
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain
• Physical stamina necessary for constant activity
• HS diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior food service, hospitality, serving, or restaurant experience desired
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.