Culinary Assistant

Otterbein SeniorLife

About the Role

Otterbein is seeking a Culinary Aide / Wait Staff for a not-for-profit retirement community. Culinary Aides prepare and serve food to residents, guests, and employees under sanitary conditions.

A sign-on bonus is offered: $1000 for full-time, $500 for part-time.

PPE is supplied for safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide great customer service to residents, partners, and guests.
• Maintain good attendance.
• Take ownership of nursing neighborhoods.
• Collaborate with the nursing department to serve residents.
• Prepare and set-up menu items according to standards.
• Accurately service hot and cold food items, condiments, and utensils onto trays according to tray tickets and menu spreadsheets.
• Restock the cafeteria and other areas with food and supplies.
• Serve meals to residents.
• Scrape dirty trays and dishes and operate the dish machine.
• Hand wash pots, pans, and other designated items.
• Maintain kitchen facilities, including floors, walls, equipment, and utensils, in a sanitary manner.
• Safely handle chemicals and educate employees on their use.
• Assist in the kitchen as needed.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Communicate and cooperate with dietary personnel and other departments.
• Maintain resident rights and confidentiality.
• Interact positively with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
• Follow Universal Precautions and Infection Control techniques.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in food service within a Long Term Care environment preferred.