Culinary Aide / Wait Staff
About the role
Otterbein is seeking a talented Culinary Aide / Wait Staff to join our team at our vibrant, not-for-profit retirement community. Culinary Aides assist in the preparation and serving of quality food to residents, guests, and employees under sanitary conditions. At Otterbein, you’re more than an employee—you’re a Partner in Caring. Together, we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make.
Responsibilities
- Provide great customer service at all times to residents, partners, and guests with a smile.
- Maintain good attendance.
- Take ownership of nursing neighborhoods while working in them.
- Collaborate with the nursing department to serve residents.
- Prepare and set up all menu items according to standards.
- Accurately service hot and cold food items, condiments, and utensils onto trays on a moving tray line according to tray tickets and menu spreadsheets.
- Restock cafeteria and other areas with food and supplies in a courteous, timely manner.
- Serve meals to residents in a courteous, timely manner.
- Scrape dirty trays and dishes and load/unload the dish machine.
- Hand wash pots, pans, and other designated items.
- Maintain kitchen facilities in a sanitary manner, including floors, walls, equipment, and utensils.
- Safely handle a variety of chemicals and educate employees about their use.
- Assist in the kitchen as needed.
- Ensure a clean and safe environment is maintained.
- Communicate and cooperate with dietary personnel and other departments.
- Maintain resident rights and confidentiality.
- Interact positively with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors under various conditions.
- Follow Universal precautions and Infection Control techniques.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED preferred.
- 0–2 years of experience in food service within a Long Term Care environment preferred.
Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits.
- Vision & Dental Insurance.
- Pet Insurance.
- Life Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one.
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance.
- Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis.
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study.
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College.
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund for those facing unforeseen challenges.
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection.
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts.
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks.
- Access to thousands of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work.
Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked and do not apply to PRN status.
About Otterbein SeniorLife
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. As a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, our values and initiatives focus on serving our residents. Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.