Dining Services Hospitality Associate

Sayre Christian Village Nursing Home Inc; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Growth opportunities

College tuition reimbursement

Award-winning workplace

Job summary

Sayre Christian Village in Lexington is seeking a devoted Dining Services Hospitality Associate to help provide nourishing meals and compassionate service to our residents. This full-time role requires weekend availability and a 11a-7p shift, integrating faith-based, nonprofit values into daily care.

You will work with a team to meet residents' dietary preferences, assist with tray passing, and ensure meals are served safely and warmly.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in dietary roles preferred.
• Dietary and nutritional training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with residents after admission for likes/dislikes.
• Address resident concerns with meals.
• Assist with tray pass.
• Review trays/test/temp trays to ensure accuracy and proper temperature.
• Ensure drink carts are refreshed before dinner.
• Get dietary order and dinner preference for new admits day of admission.

Skills

Compassionate service

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Dietary training

Nutritional training

Job description

Description

Are you a dedicated Dining Services Hospitality Associate looking for a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference? At Sayre Christian Village, we believe in providing more than just care—we offer hope, dignity, and purpose to older adults. If you're passionate about serving seniors in a faith-based, nonprofit community, we'd love to have you on our team!

Full Time 11a-7p shift available (must have weekend availability)

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive & Mission-Driven Environment – Join a team that values kindness, collaboration, and excellence.
• Growth Opportunities – Advance your career with ongoing training and leadership development.
• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO) and additional holidays so you can recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Comprehensive Benefits – We offer a wide variety of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered.
• Career Development – Take advantage of our College Partnerships and Tuition Reimbursement to further your education!
• Award-Winning Workplace – Be part of a community recognized as Lexington’s Best Retirement Community for 10 years running!

Your Role & Responsibilities:

• Meet with residents after admission for likes/dislikes
• Address resident concerns with meals
• Assist with tray pass
• Review trays/test/temp trays to ensure accuracy and proper temperature
• Ensure drink carts are refreshed before dinner
• Get dietary order and dinner preference for new admits day of admission

What You Bring to the Team:

• A heart for serving seniors – You’re compassionate, patient, and committed to making a difference.
• A collaborative spirit – You thrive in a team-oriented environment.
• Attention to detail – You ensure residents receive top-quality, individualized care.

Qualifications:

• 2 plus years of experience working dietary preferred.
• Dietary and nutritional training preferred
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Be Part of Something Bigger

Step into a transformative time in Sayre Christian Village’s 43-year legacy as we reimagine our Lexington campus with bold renovations.

Recognized for Excellence

Sayre Christian Village is a proud Herald-Leader Reader’s Choice winner, celebrated as “Best Retirement Community” for ten consecutive years! We consistently earn top honors in categories like Best Assisted Living, Best Rehabilitation, Best Independent Living, Best Apartment Complex, Best Physical Therapy, and Best Nonprofit.