Dining Assistant

DINING ASSISTANT

Company Overview:

The Harbor & The Haven is an assisted living community located in Norwood Young America. We are dedicated to providing compassionate high-quality care for seniors. Our mission is to foster safe engaging and person-centered environments where residents can thrive while preserving their independence and dignity.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for providing food service to the residents of The Harbor & The Haven in a positive and friendly manner. Services may include related services set-up and clean-up of dining room food preparation serving food and dishwashing.

Available Hours:

This position is part-time. Days: 10:00am to 1:00pm Evenings: 3:30pm - 6:30pm

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.

• Paid time off.

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

• Supportive work environment with a focus on resident-centered care.

• Assist with food prep portioning and plating meals according to menu and standards.
• Support safe food handling practices including hygiene temperature control and food storage.
• Set up dining room serve meals and ensure a clean welcoming dining experience for residents.
• Operate dishwasher and maintain cleanliness of dishware kitchen tools and dining areas.
• Follow cleaning protocols and assist with waste disposal and recycling.
• Communicate with residents and respond to dining requests with care and professionalism.

Qualifications:

• Possess a sensitivity and aptitude for working with the elderly.
• Prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.
• Possess skills to communicate effectively with residents families staff and other customers.
• Possess the ability to read write and comprehend simple instructions correspondence and documentation including medical terminology in English.
• Be punctual with a good attendance record.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills.