Resident-Focused Dining Services Associate

Elderwood; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 46,133,068 - 52,465,896; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood at Cheektowaga is seeking a Dining Services Associate to help provide residents with healthy, delicious meals. This role supports meal preparation, service, and adherence to dietary guidelines, in a community-based setting.

We offer shift variety with full-time day shifts and part-time evenings. Candidates should have customer service experience and ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain; HS diploma preferred. English language proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 with Employment Certificate/Permit if applicable.
• Prior customer service experience required.
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain.
• Physical stamina for constant activity.
• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• English reading/writing/speaking at intermediate level or higher.
• Interacts regularly with residents, coworkers, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and delivery of meals to residents.
• Follow resident diet orders and menu preferences.
• Serve meals according to seating chart and tray tickets.
• Maintain kitchen environment and equipment.
• Participate in staff meetings and inservices.
• Communicate with residents/family about meal service quality.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

ServSafe certification

English language

Team player

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Elderwood at Cheektowaga is seeking a Dining Services Associate to help provide residents with healthy, delicious meals. This role supports meal preparation, service, and adherence to dietary guidelines, in a community-based setting.

We offer shift variety with full-time day shifts and part-time evenings. Candidates should have customer service experience and ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain; HS diploma preferred. English language proficiency required.