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 are a partner in caring, working together to provide person-centered care that honors residents and their choices.

Responsibilities

• Provide great customer service with a smile to residents, partners, and guests at all times.
• Maintain good attendance and take ownership of nursing neighborhoods while working.
• 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.
• 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 and ensure a clean, safe environment.
• Communicate and cooperate with dietary personnel and other departments.
• Maintain resident rights and confidentiality.
• Interact positively with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
• Follow Universal precautions and Infection Control techniques.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in food service within a Long-Term Care environment preferred.

Schedule

Part-time, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits.
• Pharmacy benefits.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement savings with a 401(k) or 403(b) and company match.
• Access up to 100% of net earned wages daily through DailyPay.
• Employee-sponsored fund for employees in need.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition assistance.
• Some benefits are based on hours worked.