Dining Services Associate

$15.60 - $18.31 / hourly

Dining Services Associate (DSA)
$15.60-18.31 / hour
Part-Time | Local Opportunity, Big Impact

Overview

At Elderwood, our Mission is People Caring for People. Our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence guide how we care for residents and support our employees.

Elderwood at Hornell is seeking a Dining Services Associate (DSA) to help provide a positive dining experience for residents while maintaining high standards of food preparation, service, and kitchen sanitation. This role is vital in promoting the health, well-being, and comfort of our residents.

Why Work at Elderwood?

Competitive Pay

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life benefits (for eligible employees)

• Paid Time Off & Holiday Package

• Shift Differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends for eligible positions

• Tuition Assistance Program for clinical advancement

• Employee Referral Program

• 401(k) with Employer Match

Dining Services Associate - Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver meals to residents according to department policies and position assignment

• Adhere to resident diet orders, including texture/consistency modifications and menu preferences

• Perform all responsibilities of the designated position assignment in accordance with safety regulations and standards of practice

• Serve meals to residents in dining areas per seating charts and tray ticket instructions

• Assist in care and maintenance of kitchen environment and equipment

• Participate actively in facility and department staff meetings and in-service trainings

• Interact and communicate with residents and family members regarding meal service quality

• Utilize electronic timekeeping system as directed

• Arrive on time and work scheduled shifts consistently

• Follow facility dress code and policies regarding electronic devices

• Support Elderwood's Mission, Vision, and Values, as well as business code of conduct, compliance, and HIPAA policies

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, management, or Administrator

Dining Services Associate - Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 16 years of age

• Employment Certificate/Permit required for applicable individuals

• Physical stamina for constant activity

• Prior customer service experience

• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain

Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Prior food service, hospitality, serving, or restaurant experience

• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.