Resident Dining Experience Specialist

Commonwealth Senior Living; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Walk-In-Wednesdays

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living in South Boston, VA is seeking a Dining Services Associate to assist the Dining Services Director in creating and executing a signature dining program for residents.

You will serve nutritious meals in a safe, sanitary manner, handle HACCP/WHMIS guidelines, and maintain a clean kitchen environment while working varied shifts, including weekends. This position is focused on residents' wellbeing and a respectful service experience.

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. Ability to tolerate heat from the kitchen.
• 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 HACCP, 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.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Dining Services Director.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Reading & writing English

Willingness to learn

Shift flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

Food Handlers Course certification

Experience in food service

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living in South Boston, VA is seeking a Dining Services Associate to assist the Dining Services Director in creating and executing a signature dining program for residents.

You will serve nutritious meals in a safe, sanitary manner, handle HACCP/WHMIS guidelines, and maintain a clean kitchen environment while working varied shifts, including weekends. This position is focused on residents' wellbeing and a respectful service experience.