Dietary Aide

Dietary Aide 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars Hanover, MA $15.75 - $16.35 an hour - Part-time Homewood Retirement Centers 167 reviews $15.75 - $16.35 an hour -

Part-time Homewood Living Plum Creek Shift:

Evening Shift Status:

Part-Time Salary:

15.75 - 16.35 Hourly Dietary Aide positions may work in our kitchen, dishroom or in our Health Care and Personal Care resident dining rooms. Our Mission Statement Honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another. What's in it for you? As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy these exceptional benefits & perks: Paid time off, with an opportunity to cash out each year Tuition reimbursement Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options Retirement contributions Professional licensure reimbursement Want to know more? Visit Homewood Benefits for all the details.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible to deliver food to residents and guests in an attractive and professional manner. Ensures a high quality dining experience for residents and guests in the delivery of food in a restaurant style environment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as confidential information. Complies with established Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures, and maintains established standards and practices. Assists with the preparation of meal trays by placing condiments, silverware, food, beverages and special items on trays. Prepares room for dining by placing linens on the tables and setting decorations, condiments, candles, napkins, service plates, utensils, menus, etc. Serves food on trays and/or tables in an attractive manner and appetizing in appearance. Responsible to wait on tables in a restaurant style manor using proper serving etiquette. Responsible to assist in creating a positive restaurant style environment for our residents and guests. Assists with the preparation of meals. Delivers tray carts and nourishment's to the nursing areas/floors. Responsible for the daily cleaning and sanitation of dishes, utensils, equipment and work areas by following established work procedures and standards of sanitation. Assists with special food functions (banquets, teas, etc.). Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Food service experience preferred. Ability to understand and follow oral and printed instructions. High degree of personal hygiene and cleanliness. Ability to do repeated pushing of tray carts, and lifting or carrying a minimum of 25 pounds throughout an eight hour shift. Ability to stand and walk throughout the course of an eight hour shift. Must treat residents and the public with kindness and respect in a cheerful manner. Ability to use the point of service system preferred.