Server/Dietary Aide - Part Time

Harmony Senior Services; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Full-time & Part-time Benefits

Training & Development

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services is seeking a dedicated team member to assist residents with menu orders, provide beverages, and support dining services. The role includes basic food service tasks, kitchen and dining room cleaning, and participation in staff trainings.

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. The position emphasizes respectful resident interactions, adherence to confidentiality, and teamwork in a coordinated elder care setting.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow simple instructions.
• Must be able to stand and walk for sustained periods up to three hours at a time.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Must maintain a clean designated uniform and personal hygiene.
• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with placing orders from the menu and tray service.
• Provide beverage service (water, iced tea, juices, milk and coffee/tea).
• Refill salt/pepper/sugar bowls before and after meals.
• Report any broken equipment or tableware to supervisor and maintain cleanliness in kitchen/dining areas.
• Attend required in-services and staff meetings.
• Follow confidentiality policies regarding resident information and interact politely with residents and staff.

Skills

Reading ability

Effective communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Flexibility

Basic food service knowledge

Job description

11239 Berry Road, Waldorf, Maryland 20603

Job Description

• Assists residents when placing orders from the menu
• Provide beverage service (water, iced tea, juices, milk and coffee/tea)
• Refill salt/pepper/sugar bowls prior to and after each meal
• Report any broken equipment or tableware to supervisor
• Understands sit-down service and proper serving techniques
• Has a basic understanding of food preparation (salads, desserts, etc.)
• Knowledge of proper food storage and labeling techniques
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum kitchen and dining room
• Attends required in-services and staff meetings
• Completes all other duties assigned
• Must be attentive to special needs of residents including: mobility deficits, memory impairment, etc.)
• Assists with tray service
• Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information
• Interacts in a polite considerate manner to residents, guests, co-workers and supervisors

Requirements

• Must be in clean designated uniform during working hours and maintain good personal hygiene
• Must be able to read and follow simple instructions
• Must possess ability to perform simple, repetitive tasks
• Must be able to learn quickly and apply learned principles
• Must be able to communicate effectively and work under close supervision
• Must be able to bend, reach, grasp, push and pull objects
• Must be able to stand and walk for sustained periods up to three (3) hours at a time
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis and carry heavy objects for 20 feet
• Must be organized and willing to work well with other team members
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling