Dining Service Attendant

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART: Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. This position reports to the Director of Dining Services but may take direction from all pertinent management personnel.

Responsibilities

• Follow and perform duties in adherence to Senior Lifestyle Corporation Dining Policy and Procedures according to the Dining Services Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures and ensure foods follow prescribed modified or therapeutic diets, nutrition/hydration requirements, and resident preferences.
• Assist or serve meals as necessary and in a timely manner, ensuring they are palatable, appetizing in appearance, and accurate in content to the resident. This includes resident room service as well as service to designated dining areas.
• Set up, deliver, and verify accuracy of meal trays, food carts, and dining areas as instructed.
• Upon meal completion, remove all soiled items/equipment and deliver to the dishwashing area.
• Distribute and collect menus as necessary for each meal period.
• Assist department in obtaining proper food supplies for the next meal.
• Assist cooks in preparation of menu items.
• Prepare and deliver snacks and other items as instructed and assist in inventory control and stocking.
• Follow safety precautions to prevent accidents in food preparation according to accident prevention policies.
• Perform kitchen utility duties such as sweeping and mopping floors, bussing items from dining areas to dish room, washing and cleaning small wares and equipment.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, cutting boards, and table tops, as well as remove garbage. Keep work areas clean, dry, and free of hazards.
• Know and adhere to all company and local, state, and county health department regulations.
• Ensure that all dining areas are clean and safely operating.
• Attend all required training, in-services, and staff meetings.
• Meet all department training standards through Redi-Learning and/or other necessary training modules as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Entry-level experience (0-3 years) in food service or hospitality.
• ServSafe or required certification from local, county, or state department.
• Capable of communicating well verbally and in a manner understood by management, co-workers, and residents who may have hearing or cognitive impairments.

Skills and Ability

• Basic cooking and preparation of meal items.
• Thorough understanding of service techniques and requirements.
• Ability to seek instruction when needed.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
• Ability to handle multiple projects.
• Fundamental understanding of therapeutic diets, sanitation, and service.
• Ability to interact with a multitude of various personalities and respond with patience, concern, and a positive attitude.

Personal Attributes

• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor towards all residents, guests, and co-workers.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.
• Access to DailyPay, an application that allows you to access earned but unpaid wages before your next payday.

Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.