Dining Services Associate | Community-Centered Care

Carroll Lutheran Village Inc; Carroll Lutheran Village (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health, dental and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid professional development

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Carroll Lutheran Village in Maryland is seeking a full-time Dining Services Associate to support meal preparation, service, and delivery for residents in accordance with dietary guidelines and safety standards.

The role involves direct resident interaction, menu assistance, meal service, kitchen sanitation, and collaboration with dining staff. Monday–Friday 10:30am–6:30pm with every other weekend rotation; benefits and professional development available.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in hospital, restaurant, or continuing care retirement community preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Focus on customer service, taking orders, serving food, and ensuring a pleasant dining experience.
• Primarily follows food safety, sanitation, and hospitality standards.
• Prepare meals by reading and following recipes, production sheets, and product directions; estimate quantities based on census and dietary needs.
• Prepare therapeutic diets, including thickened liquids and modified-texture meals; measure and calculate liquid and nutrient restrictions as required.
• Participate in all meal services, including tray line, dining rooms, and in-room delivery.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety by inspecting, cleaning, and sanitizing workstations, equipment, and service areas.
• Assist residents with menu selections, ensuring dietary compliance and honoring personal preferences.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Sanitation standards

Hospitality

Meal service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Carroll Lutheran Village in Maryland is seeking a full-time Dining Services Associate to support meal preparation, service, and delivery for residents in accordance with dietary guidelines and safety standards.

The role involves direct resident interaction, menu assistance, meal service, kitchen sanitation, and collaboration with dining staff. Monday–Friday 10:30am–6:30pm with every other weekend rotation; benefits and professional development available.