Dining Services Associate - Senior Living (Flexible Shifts)

Commonwealth Senior Living; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living is seeking a Dining Services Associate (PRN) to assist the Dining Services Director in delivering the signature dining program for residents. The role focuses on friendly, responsive service and upholding the community’s core values to create a memorable dining experience.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, maintaining HACCP/WHMIS standards, and keeping a clean, safe kitchen and dining area.

Qualifications

• Certification in the Food Handlers Course or equivalent.
• Previous experience in the food service industry.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Willingness and ability to learn new tasks.
• Must be available to work varied shifts and weekends.
• Ability to lift heavy objects; stand and walk short distances throughout the day.
• Must be free of communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to our residents in a safe sanitary manner in accordance with Public Health Regulations, and in compliance with Sanitation Code.
• Be familiar with Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS).
• Responsible for ensuring a clean, safe working environment and maintaining this responsibility by safe work habits, using correct hand washing techniques and routine cleaning.
• Serve attractive, nutritious meals in a pleasant, respectful manner, mindful of the special needs of the residents.
• Practice safe usage of all equipment within the department and the ability to clean, sanitize and maintain the equipment as outlined in the cleaning schedules.
• Prepare the dining rooms daily: set tables, pour beverages, clear and clean dishes.
• Upon receiving stock, put it away following the procedures as required.
• Follow cleaning procedures when mechanical equipment is not available (ex: power failure).
• Performs other duties as directed by the Dining Services Director.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Reading & writing English

Willingness to learn

Shift flexibility

Physical stamina

Health clearance

Education

Food Handlers Course Certification

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living is seeking a Dining Services Associate (PRN) to assist the Dining Services Director in delivering the signature dining program for residents. The role focuses on friendly, responsive service and upholding the community’s core values to create a memorable dining experience.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, maintaining HACCP/WHMIS standards, and keeping a clean, safe kitchen and dining area.