Dining Server-Full time

Dining Server

Full time

11am-7pm

Days you work: Tues-Sat

Days off : Sun and Mon

Summary

Performs a variety of dining service functions in serving and maintaining clean, sanitary and organized conditions of kitchen, dining areas, facilities and equipment within the skilled nursing and assisted living memory care residential areas; May assist in some aspects of food preparation; Upholds the philosophy, core values and goals of the organization and ensures the Christian Mission of Lutheran Senior Services is realized so that “Older Adults Live Life to the Fullest”.

Responsibilities

Assists residents with making appropriate food and beverage choices, while ensuring options offered meet their dietary restrictions/orders, including being attentive to food allergies and sensitivities

Performs defined work routines, using various dining service utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned

Assists with any and all aspects for dining service set-up, including preparing meals and beverages, and other food items, ensuring all foods are served at proper temperatures and on time

Prepares dining room(s) for next meal service; sets tables, refills condiments, washes and folds clothing protectors

Assists with any and all aspects of clean-up to ensure all dining service areas are maintained in accordance with policies and standards by completing daily cleaning duties, busing tables, sweeping, mopping, washing dishes, removing trash, stocking and storing items correctly and keeping all dining service work areas clean

Follows all safety procedures and protocol as mandated by LSS policy, federal and state regulations and standard food handling practice and report all hazardous conditions, defective equipment and accidents or incidents to the supervisor immediately

Maintains all necessary documentation including checking and recording food temperatures in HACCP logs, recording product usage and waste amounts, and any other information needed

Follows infection control procedures, including proper hand washing, food storage, food disposal and wearing protective clothing and equipment when handling waste and cleaning agents

Maintains knowledge of Federal, State, and Facility’s rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Stays active and current with educational programs and meetings

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

High School diploma or GED

1-year dietary aide experience (basic cooking skills and willingness to learn)

Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines

Ability to read, understands and follows recipe instructions, diet orders, resident preference cards, and work assignments

A willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions

Must be patient and tolerant toward staff, residents, and family members

Successful completion of SafeServ certification within 90 days of hire

Must have or be willing to receive a Hepatitis A vaccine if working within St. Louis County (in accordance with County health regulations)
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical activities and demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.

The Dietary Aide stands and walks the majority of the working day, as well as reaches, stoops, bends, lifts, carries, and manipulates various food products, dietary supplies and equipment. The Dietary Aide must have an ability to work with chemicals and cleaning agents. Must be able to withstand exposure to temperature and humidity changes as in entering refrigerated storage areas, working at ovens, ranges, dish-washing machines, and at steam tables. This employee must be free from infections or diseases.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those assigned to this classification. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by those occupying this position. The job description and job functions described herein are subject to possible modification by LSS in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $20