Dining Attendant (Homemaker) ** Pay rate up to $17.55/hr** United Methodist Communities has been certified A Great Place to Work for the 7th year in a row, 87% of our team members say they feel they make a difference in the work that they do at UMC! United Methodist Communities is currently seeking a Homemaker for The Shores , our Senior Care Community located in Ocean City, NJ within picturesque Cape May County. Ocean City was recently recognized by the HomeSnacks data website as "New Jersey's happiest town" based on lower cost of living and unemployment rates and shorter commute times in a recent study. United Methodist Communities, a six-time Great Place to Work certified organization, has many opportunities to get you happy in your work and home life in our family-friendly town! The Homemaker performs the combined duties of dining services, housekeeping and laundry. Requirements for a Homemaker : Successful completion of ServeSafe course and certification (preferred). Successful completion of Dining Assistant Training course (preferred). Knowledge of applicable federal, state and county regulations (preferred). Responsibilities for a Homemaker : Prepare high quality food in accordance with all pertinent safety and health regulations. Follow menus and recipes correctly, making any necessary or requested substitutions appropriately. Understand liberalized therapeutic diets and special food requirements and find ways to make such modifications palatable and enjoyable. Regularly elicit residents' direction in choices of foods, menus, recipes and presentation. Assist residents who are unable to eat without support (with proper training and certification) as appropriate. Consistently follow standard principles of sanitation and universal precautions to preserve food quality and prevent the transmission of food-borne illness. Assist with taking inventory of, storing and ordering household grocery supplies. Provide a clean, healthy and safe environment. Promote a harmonious, pleasant and attractive environment. Clean surfaces and floor of bathroom, room, and kitchen. Clean bedroom and living room; vacuum carpets and dust rooms. Maintain equipment and cooking area to ensure safety and sanitation requirements are met; keep a clean, tidy and organized kitchen in compliance with all regulations; cleans when necessary; reports repair and maintenance needs appropriately. Takes temperature of foods and equipment and maintains proper documentation for regulatory compliance. Help to prepare and serve appropriate snacks and meals. About UMC: Our Mission is: Compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life Certified A Great Place to Work for the last 7 years, we continue to grow and innovate to meet the needs of our residents while building upon our rich history of over 115-years of dedication to the communities we serve. Over 80% of our team members say they feel good about the ways UMC contributes to the community! According to the 2024 Great Place to Work Survey, 87% of our team members: Feel they make a difference and their work has special meaning Indicate they are able to take time off work when necessary Feel their workplace is physically SAFE ! We offer 4 Full-Service Communities, 5 Affordable Housing Communities and HomeWorks throughout the State of NJ, offering a variety of options from Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care, Short Term Rehab, home care and more! Our company culture at UMC is built on our values of Compassion, Respect, Stewardship and Service. Benefits offered by UMC for our Associates/Team Members: Employer-subsidized Medical and Dental Coverage (eligible at 30-hours per week) 403(b) Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match Employee Assistance Program Tuition Assistance, Professional Development and E-Learning Employee Discount Program Homeowner/Renter/Automobile Insurance (NJ Manufacturers) Generous Paid Time Off Program Group Life Insurance (No Cost to YOU!) 9 Paid Holidays/Premium Pay when working holidays Free uniform items & additional uniform allowances Additional great benefits like Vision coverage, Health Savings Account, Voluntary Life Insurance & so much more! UMC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.