Culinary Aide / Wait Staff

About the role

Otterbein is seeking talented Culinary Aides / 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.

Job Type: Full Time / Part Time (weekends included)
Schedule: 6:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Responsibilities

• Provide great customer service at all times to residents, partners, and guests with a positive attitude.
• Maintain good attendance.
• Take ownership of nursing neighborhoods while working in them.
• Collaborate with the nursing department to serve residents effectively.
• 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 using tray tickets and menu spreadsheets.
• Restock cafeteria and other areas with food and supplies in a courteous, timely manner.
• Serve meals to residents promptly and courteously.
• 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 on proper usage.
• 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.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

• Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Paid Time Off that accrues immediately.
• Paid Holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement Savings with a 401(k) 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 Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati and University of Toledo for scholarships up to 10% and Hondros up to 16% of eligible tuition costs.
• Some benefits are based on hours worked.