Dining Services Associate

About the role

The Dining Services Associate assists the Dining Services Director in creating and executing the signature dining services program at the community. The primary objective is to provide a memorable dining experience for residents while exhibiting the core values of Commonwealth Senior Living.

Qualifications

• Certification in the Food Handlers Course or equivalent
• Previous experience in the food service industry
• Ability to read and write English
• Willingness and ability to learn new tasks
• Must be available to work varied shifts and weekends
• Ability to lift heavy objects; stand and walk short distances throughout the day
• Must be free of communicable diseases

Areas of Primary Responsibility

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to residents in a safe sanitary manner in accordance with Public Health Regulations, and in compliance with Sanitation Code.
• Be familiar with Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point {HACCP}, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System {WHMIS}.
• Ensure a clean, safe working environment and maintain this responsibility by safe work habits, using correct hand washing techniques and routine cleaning.
• Serve attractive, nutritious meals in a pleasant, respectful manner, mindful of the special needs of the residents.
• Practice safe usage of all equipment within the department and follow cleaning schedules.
• Prepare the dining rooms daily: set tables, pour beverages, clear and clean dishes.
• Upon receiving stock, put it away following the procedures as required.
• Follow cleaning procedures when mechanical equipment is not available {ex: power failure}.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Dining Services Director.
• Other duties as assigned

Culture Ambassador

• Models the core values of the company:
• - We Care About People
• - We Do the Right Thing
• - We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success
• - We Speak Up! It’s Our Responsibility
• - We Take Ownership and Add Value
• - We are Respectful
• Ensures all personnel exemplify the core values of the company at all times.
• Create and drive the sales culture.