Find & Apply For Kitchen Staff Jobs in East Amherst, New York

Exciting news from Juniper Glen Memory Care Assisted Living!

Address:

8820 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051

Position:

Part-Time | Hours Vary as Needed We're on a mission to spice up our culinary team! If you're a fun-loving, caring kitchen whiz who has a passion for serving seniors with a smile, we want you on our team. Come join us and help create delicious moments and delightful experiences for our wonderful residents. Juniper Glen was founded with a vision of creating safe and happy homes for seniors all over the country by a family with three generations of experience in senior care. Our mission that is focused on "People, Passion, and Excellence" - it's not just words, it's our way of life. We're all about bringing compassion, exceptional service, and a splash of fun to our residents while fostering a collaborative, upbeat environment for our team. Join us in creating vibrant, thriving communities where both our residents and our staff shine!

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE

Uphold our values of People, Passion, and Excellence through outstanding meal service to our residents and guests. Provide excellent service to residents, guests, and coworkers in a courteous and friendly manner while following Sunshine Retirement Living's procedures.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Maintains food handlers permit as necessary to fulfill state regulations. Have a general knowledge of sanitation and safe food handling practices. Ability to patiently present meal alternatives to residents and guests. Must meet state age-related requirements or other state related requirements (as applicable for position). Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and positively in English, both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff. Ability to work in a team setting and be a positive team player. Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional approach with coworkers and residents Ability to keep all business and operations information confidential. Possess excellent customer service and organizational skills. Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance Ability to work under time constraints and meet department deadlines while following all policies, procedures and standards Satisfactorily pass Sunshine's and state regulated criminal record clearance, health screening and TB clearance (if applicable)

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Greets residents (and visitors if applicable) at table before taking orders or serving. Politely and efficiently take meal orders and deliver them to kitchen. Serves beverages, cereals, soups, salads, meals, and desserts. Responds to additional patron requirements by inquiring of needs; observing dining process. Reports issues to management immediately if not resolved. Delivers meal trays to resident apartments as necessary. Busses and cleans dining room tables and chairs. Vacuums dining room after meals. Sets tables for next meal. Completes side duties, such as adding sugar and creamer packets, cleaning beverage center, etc. Performs other duties as assigned by Assistant Manager or Dining Room Coordinator.

OTHER JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform all work assigned for the agreed-upon salary, accepting no additional payment or non-perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community management, or others. Meet the assigned work requirements of the job, regular attendance is required. Serve as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitude. Represent the Community in the Community in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner. Adhere to dress/appearance code. Changes in attire may be dictated by special occasion or weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisor. Adhere to company policies, procedures, and standards. Promote resident advocacy and demonstrate excellent customer service at all times. Attend education and training classes as necessary to fulfill state regulations applicable to the position. Maintain personnel, resident and business proprietary and/or confidential matters/material in strict confidence with the management of the company (and/or other company staff as needed).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) proudly provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where residents, employees, and families feel respected and valued, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Salary-History Statement:

Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) is committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We do not request or consider an applicant's past or current salary when making compensation decisions, in compliance with applicable salary history and pay equity laws.

Pay:

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour Application Question(s): How many years of experience do you have in culinary? Do you have any experience working in Senior Living or a healthcare setting? What is your desired hourly wage?

Work Location:

In person