Server Dietary

Reporting Relationships

This position reports directly to the Dietary Director.

Responsibilities

• Take elder meal orders.
• Serve meals in a courteous and timely manner.
• Pour and serve beverages.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen items used during assigned shifts.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Bus tables after each meal.
• Keep the serving counter clean and organized at all times.
• Follow all sanitation, infection control, and safety procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dietary Director.

Physical Requirements

• Physical stamina for bending, lifting, walking, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely.

Working Conditions

• Work performed indoors in well‑lighted and ventilated surroundings.
• Standing and walking for the majority of the shift, with intermittent sitting.
• Potential exposure to minor cuts and burns from kitchen equipment and cleaning chemicals.
• Potential sprains or strains from lifting food items or equipment.
• Potential exposure to wet or slippery floors.
• Employees must follow all safety procedures and infection control/universal precautions.

Licensure / Certification

• Serve Safe/Clean or Level II Food Handler Permit preferred or required per facility policy.

Training and Experience

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Previous food service experience preferred, but not required.

Uniform Requirements

• Uniforms must comply with The Waterford’s dress code and uniform policies.
• Employees are expected to follow all requirements outlined in the Employee Handbook and perform duties as assigned by the Dietary Director.