Culinary Aide / Wait Staff
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 not an “employee” — you are a partner in caring because we are all partners working together for a shared goal. We believe in person-centered care that honors residents and the choices they make.
About the role
Shifts available: Full-time, 6:00am - 2:30pm.
Responsibilities
- Provide great customer service with a smile to residents, partners, and guests at all times.
- 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 courteously and promptly.
- Scrape dirty trays and dishes; load and 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 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.
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 and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.