Health Care & Assisted Living Server (Part-Time)

About the role

Celebrated as the #3 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2025 by The Washington Post since 2019, Goodwin Living is more than a team— it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 70 countries. Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the Greater Washington, D.C. Region by The Washington Post every year since 2019, and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we've also been annually recognized as one of the Top 100 Employers for Interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey.

Job Duties

• Portions food items according to menu and stores according to proper storage guidelines.
• Sets up household area with supplies for meal service and monitors supplies to ensure adequate availability.
• Verifies temperature of food items prior to food service and periodically checks temperature to ensure compliance of standards; promptly notifies supervisor on duty of all discrepancies; monitors food quality.
• Heats plates to be served and places properly in serving areas.
• Delivers and collects trays and plates from residents according to schedule.
• Cleans and sanitizes work area, supplies, and equipment in accordance with departmental sanitary guidelines.
• Washes all dishes used during the meal service.
• Accurately assembles trays and plates food according to menu specifications.
• Lables and dates unused food products clearly and according to department guidelines.
• Prepares snacks and other requests as directed.

Job Qualifications

• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills required.
• Must have ability to effectively communicate in English, including reading and writing.
• Demonstrate respect when interacting with others, including co-workers, customers, and visitors.
• Must be able to work as a team player.

Benefits

A sampling of our many benefits at Goodwin Living includes:

• Paid Time Off
• Daily Pay: Work and get paid the same day!
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor, and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day—one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.