Per Diem Homemaker

United Methodist Communities; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Group Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance & Professional Dev

Paid Time Off & 9 Holidays

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Employee Assistance & Discount Program

Job summary

The Shores, a United Methodist Communities (UMC) community in Newton, NJ, is seeking a Per Diem Homemaker. The position offers $17.24 per hour, based on experience, with per diem shifts from early morning to evening to meet resident needs.

You will prepare meals, accommodate dietary requests, assist residents at meals, and help maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety. The role supports a caring, mission-driven team with strong employee benefits and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete ServSafe course and obtain certificate.
• Willingness to complete Dining Assistant Training course.
• 1+ year of related work experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality meals and snacks while following menus, recipes, dietary needs, and food safety regulations
• Accommodate special diets and food substitutions to meet residents' nutritional and personal preferences
• Encourage resident input on food choices, menus, and meal presentation
• Assist residents with eating and dining support according to training and care guidelines
• Follow sanitation, food handling, and temperature monitoring procedures to ensure safety and regulatory compliance
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen; monitor equipment and report maintenance needs
• Manage grocery inventory and perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and common areas

Skills

English proficiency

ServSafe certification (willingness)

Dining Assistant Training (willingness

1+ years related experience

Job description

Per Diem Homemaker

$17.24 per hour, based on experience | Per Diem

The Shores a UMC community | Newton, NJ

Start anewcareer as a Homemaker with The Shores, aUMCcommunity!

United Methodist Communitieshas beenCertified as a Great Place to Work for 9consecutive years, and87% of our team members say they feel they make a differencein the work they do. Withmore than a century of service in New Jersey, our community offers a rewarding environment where your work truly matters.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact:In a mission-driven and innovative organization
• Competitive Pay: $17.24 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule: Per Diem | 6a-2p, 11a-7p, and 4p-7p shifts available providing coverage as needed
• Great Benefits:Reflective of our deep appreciation for our employees

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and serve quality meals and snacks while following menus, recipes, dietary needs, and food safety regulations
• Accommodate special diets and food substitutions to meet residents' nutritional and personal preferences
• Encourage resident input on food choices, menus, and meal presentation
• Assist residents with eating and dining support according to training and care guidelines
• Follow sanitation, food handling, and temperature monitoring procedures to ensure safety and regulatory compliance
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen; monitor equipment and report maintenance needs
• Manage grocery inventory and perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and common areas

What You'll Need:

• Willingness to completeServSafe course and obtain certificate
• Willingness to complete Dining Assistant Training course
• 1 or more years of related work experience preferred but not required
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language

Benefits Available to Eligible Employees:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life andVoluntary LifeInsurance
• Tuition Assistant, Professional Development and E-Learning
• GenerousPaid Time Offand 9 Paid Holidays
• Retirement Planwith Employer Match
• Employee Assistance & Discount Programs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position's essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

E-Verify Participation
United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify.
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.