Nutrition Service Worker

The Lingenfelter Center; Kingman (AZ); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical

Vision

401K

PTO

Free Birthday PTO

Employee Daily Lunches

Descripción de la vacante

The Lingenfelter Center in Kingman, AZ is seeking a Nutrition Services Worker to deliver meals in dining and room service, and assist in food preparation and sanitation. This role supports residents with friendly service and adherence to established nutrition policies.

The position requires teamwork, reliability, and basic math skills to assist in daily meal service. Full-time opportunities offer benefits and a chance to contribute to quality Alzheimer’s care in a respected facility.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior dishwashing and service experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 45–60 pounds.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver meals in the dining room and by room service.
• Take food orders from departments and residents.
• Wash dishes; operate dishwashing equipment and keep kitchen tidy.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment and work surfaces.
• Assist with stocking, labeling, and storing food and supplies.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and food-handling policies.

Conocimientos

Measuring techniques

Infection control

Basic math

Safety standards

Educación

High School Diploma/GED

Herramientas

Dishwashing equipment

Descripción del empleo

Become a lasting impression in Alzheimer’s care

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• Location The Lingenfelter Center,1099 Sunrise Ave.,Kingman, AZ, 86401-6825,United States
• Base Pay $15.25 - $15.25 / Hour
• Job Category The Lingenfelter Center
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Are you passionate about food and providing quality, healthy meals and have a dedication for people?

The Lingenfelter Center (TLC) was established in 2006 when it became clear that Mohave County was in need of a care facility for those suffering from Alzheimer’s/Dementia. Our dedication to our residents and our ongoing training and support for our staff allowed for TLC to be named one of America’s top 100 nursing homes by U.S. News and World Report in 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2018. TLC also has an A+ rating with the BBB.

Join us on a mission to elevate the well‑being and all‑encompassing development of our residents! As a Nutrition Services Worker, you'll be at the forefront of creating a vibrant atmosphere by delivering top‑notch food service to residents, guests, and employees. Your role involves fostering a cheerful, timely environment while actively contributing to nutrition functions in alignment with our established policies and procedures. Be a part of a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life through excellent service and collaborative goal achievement!

Essential Job Functions

• Spread joy to our residents as you deliver them delightful meals in both the dining room and through room service.
• Be the friendly face taking food orders from various departments.
• Dish out some fun while cleaning dishes for each department, operating dishwashing equipment, and ensuring a tidy kitchen.
• Sparkle and shine by cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, work surfaces, and the kitchen.
• Empty trash containers when needed.
• Assist in maintaining workstations with a safe and sanitary condition.
• Play a key role in the nutrition services team by assisting in receiving, labeling, and storing food and supplies.
• Dance through your cleaning assignments, making each shift shine.
• Work your magic with dietary utensils, supplies, and equipment, following defined work routines.
• Be helpful to the cook for food preparation assistance when needed.
• Assist in completing meal service at scheduled times.
• Assist with resident diet cards, taking orders, preparing food carts and serving meals with skillful technique.
• Be the dining room hero by setting it up efficiently and serving residents with finesse.
• Brush up on your knowledge of Federal, State, and facility rules, regulations, policies, and procedures with a smile.
• Embrace the spirit of teamwork with enthusiasm in all other assigned tasks.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Basic measuring techniques
• Infection control practices
• Infection control practices

Skill in:

• Use and care of equipment, tools and materials used in food preparation activities.
• Basic math (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, and fractions)
• Working confidently and independently to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Following and maintaining safety standards.
• Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.

Ability to:

• Be the leader who knows when a situation needs a tag team—don't hesitate to ask for help!
• Ability to show empathy as you interact with residents and their families, always responding with a touch of professionalism.
• Weave a web of effective working relationships with your fellow associates, residents, and their families.
• Clear communication- Read and write clearly.
• Quickly and accurately follow instructions, proving you're ease of comprehension.
• Embrace confidentiality as you work your magic under pressure in our dynamic, ever-changing environment.
• Play by the rules—our facility's policies and procedures are your playbook.

Working Conditions and Special Requirements

• Dive into a world of cleanliness—working with a range of cleaning agents to create sparkling spaces.
• Be prepared for a day filled with dynamic physical activities like bending, stretching, standing, walking, stooping, pulling, kneeling and reaching—all part of the exciting routine.
• Ensure precision, accuracy and top‑notch quality in your work.
• Utilize your communication and listening skills even to those with unique speech patterns.
• May routinely have to lift and/or move items 45-60 pounds.
• Embrace the challenge of interacting with residents as you handle potential contagious illnesses with care.
• Join the 24/7 healthcare extravaganza, ready for shifts that go through holidays and weekends.
• Step into this role as a guardian of safety, championing a secure environment as per A.R.S. 23-493.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D preferred
• Prior dishwashing and service experience preferred

Special Requirements

• Obtain/maintain Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card at employee’s expense.
• Obtain/maintain CPR Certification.
• Complete annual Tuberculosis Testing.
• Complete required 12 hours of annual in‑service training.
• Obtain/maintain valid Food Handlers Card.
• Mandated federal, state, and local communicable disease testing as required.

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Medical
• Vision
• 401K
• PTO
• Free Birthday PTO
• Christmas Club
• Employee Daily Lunches
• Discounted Daycare

EOE