Kitchen & Dining Aide: Prep, Service & Sanitation

Lorton Operations LLC; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Benefits packages (fulltime & parttime

Career laddering

Great work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services is hiring a Food Service/Prep Aide in Lorton, VA to assist the cook with food preparation and presentation while maintaining dishwashing and dining area cleanliness. You will stock, set up, and support kitchen operations and resident dining service.

Position offers a path for training, benefits, and career laddering. Pay ranges $15–$18 per hour with fulltime and part-time options, and a focus on excellent resident and guest service in a luxury senior living environment.

Qualifications

• Good organizational skills and ability to work well with others as part of a team.
• Must be able to work under close supervision.
• Possess basic knowledge of kitchen operation and use of kitchen equipment.
• Must be able to understand and retain simple instructions and apply them to position.
• Must be able to stand, kneel, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to tolerate temperature extremes, wet/humid conditions, and noise.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and carry up to 20 feet.
• Must wear slip resistant footwear.

Responsibilities

• The Food Service/Prep Aide shall assist the cook in the preparation and presentation of food.
• He/she will be responsible for the dishwashing area and the cleanliness of all dishes, silverware, and glassware, and will assist in other areas of the dining operation as needed.
• Prepare food items as requested.
• Portion and plate salads and desserts.
• Assist with cleaning of kitchen, (including floors) and kitchen equipment.
• Set up and run dishwashing operation, keeping the dishwasher clean and free of debris.
• Clean pots and pans as needed.
• Check water temperatures and maintain sanitation equipment.
• Take out all garbage.
• Assist with dining room service as needed, e.g. pouring beverages.
• Replace paper towels and clean hand sink.
• Stock food on shelves and in refrigerator.
• Report problems in the kitchen or dining room to supervisor.
• Attend all required in-service and staff meetings.
• Provide superior customer service to residents and guests.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Works under supervision

Kitchen knowledge

Instruction retention

Mobility endurance

Lifting capability

Slip-resistant footwear

Job description

Harmony Senior Services is hiring a Food Service/Prep Aide in Lorton, VA to assist the cook with food preparation and presentation while maintaining dishwashing and dining area cleanliness. You will stock, set up, and support kitchen operations and resident dining service.

Position offers a path for training, benefits, and career laddering. Pay ranges $15–$18 per hour with fulltime and part-time options, and a focus on excellent resident and guest service in a luxury senior living environment.