Dining Services Associate

Elderwood; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 22,179 - 25,223; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking Dining Services Associates in New York to support healthy meal preparation and service. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering meals, following dietary guidelines, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Ideal candidates must be at least 16 years old, possess prior customer service experience, and demonstrate physical stamina. A ServSafe certification is preferred. This role involves regular interaction with residents ensuring a quality dining experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age.
• Employment Certificate/Permit required for applicable individuals.
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of meals to residents.
• Adhere to resident’s diet order and menu preferences.
• Perform responsibilities according to safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service experience

Physical stamina

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

Education

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Overview

Elderwood at Lancaster is searching for Dining Services Associates to help us serve healthy, delicious meals to our residents. Various part-time schedules available.

Salary

Pay: $16.10 - $18.31 / hour

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.