What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dining Services Associate position at The Park Danforth?
Dining Services Associate
We are looking for full-time, 30 hour per week, benefit-eligible, Dining Services Associate (DSA). This position is a flexible and cross-trained team member supporting various dining operations. This includes meal service in multiple dining areas, food preparation, excellent customer service and ensuring a positive dining experience for residents and guests.
Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 130pm - 730pm, with occasional weekends
Primary Responsibilities:
- Dining Room Support: greeting residents and guests, taking and delivering meals, assist with clean up.
- Food Preparation: assisting with cook's list such as fruits, salads, side dishes and desserts.
- Bistro Support: greeting customers, ringing up orders, packing soups and sandwiches and maintaining clean service area
- Dishwashing support: wash, sanitize and put away dishes
Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- Familiarity with food preparation and service operations
- Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
- Effective communication and customer service abilities
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to adapt to varying roles and tasks as needed.
Physical Requirements:
* percentages may differ daily depending on duties required for that day
- Standing/Walking 80%
- Lifting 50lbs max. 40%
- Bending/Stooping 40%
Why Work With us?
- Competitive wages are paid weekly.
- Earned Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time
- Health Insurance available for PT and FT, with employer contribution!
- Supportive leadership and a team that feels like family.
- A chance to serve residents who appreciate your care and dedication.
About The Park Danforth
The Park Danforth is more than a workplace—it’s a community. Since 1881, we’ve been a nonprofit organization committed to ensuring our residents live their best lives. You’ll work in a warm, welcoming environment where staff and residents greet each other by name, creating a true sense of home.
If you’re ready to bring your skills, compassion, and enthusiasm to our team, apply today. We look forward to welcoming you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.25 - $20.25 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Afternoon shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:
- Portland, ME 04103: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20
