Culinary Aide

Description
Culinary/Dietary Aide
Job Summary:
This position is primarily responsible for dining room meal service to residents. The Culinary/Dietary Aide performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department and is accountable to the Culinary Supervisor and Community Director.
Responsibilities:

• Place items such as eating utensils, napkins and condiments on the tables
• Prepares beverages and sets them on tables
• Serves meals
• Washes dishes and cleans the work area, tables, cabinets, dishwasher and ovens.
• Sweep and mops the floors
• Collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers and takes it out to the dumpster.
• Other duties as assigned
• Follow Meal serving schedule and procedures
• Offers resident meal choices and meets resident's specific dietary needs
• Accommodates resident requests such as requests for food substitution, change in seating, etc.
• Ability to follow food service and cleaning procedures
• Ability to understand and follow sanitation procedures
• Ability to use food preparation and serving tools safely and effectively.
• Provide kitchen support when required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Knowledge of food safety and food preparation.
• High School diploma/ GED or one to three months of related experience.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English

Abilities:

• Outstanding communication skills
• Organizational skills.
• Strong Communications skillset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to Prioritize.
• Ability to handle fast paced environment
• Food safety knowledge

Physical Requirements:

• Stand, sit and walk for long periods of time.
• Full ranges of motion to climb, balance, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Occasionally lift/or move up to 25 pounds

Essential Behaviors of the Employee
It is the expectation that the employee complies with applicable standards of behavior and conduct, including but not limited to, standards of conduct, customer services standards, and professional code of ethics.
Requirements
Whet your appetite for a fulfilling career as a Culinary Aide in Senior Housing! Are you a culinary enthusiast with a passion for nourishing others? Join our culinary team and create culinary delights that bring joy and vitality to our residents' lives. As a Culinary Aide, you'll assist in preparing and serving delicious, nutritious meals, ensuring individual dietary needs are met with flair and creativity. Your warm smile and attentive service will enhance the dining experience, fostering a sense of community and satisfaction. If you're ready to serve up happiness on a plate and make a positive impact, apply now and savor the opportunity to nourish both bodies and souls!