Otterbein SeniorLife · 9 hours ago
Culinary Aide / Wait Staff
Franklin, Indiana
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expOtterbein is a not-for-profit retirement community seeking a Culinary Aide / Wait Staff to assist in food preparation and serving quality meals to residents and guests. The role emphasizes providing excellent customer service and maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment while collaborating with nursing staff.
Assisted LivingElder CareHealth CareHospitalNon ProfitNursing and Residential CareRehabilitationSocial Assistance
Responsibilities
Must have a smile on your face and give great customer service at all times to residents, partners, and guests
Must have good attendance
Must take ownership of nursing neighborhoods while working in them
Must be able work hand in hand with the nursing department in order to serve the residents
Prepare and set-up of all menu items according to standards
Accurately service hot and cold food items, condiments, utensils, etc., onto trays on a moving tray line according to tray tickets and menu spread sheets
Restocks cafeteria of other areas with food and supplies in a courteous, timely manner
Serve meals to residents in a courteous, timely manner
Scrape dirty trays and dishes and the loading and unloading of the dish machine
Hand wash pots and pans, and other designated items
Maintain the kitchen facilities in a sanitary manner including floors, walls, all equipment, and utensils
Safely handles a variety of chemicals and educates employees about the same
Assists in kitchen where needed
Ensures that a clean and safe environment is maintained
Communicates and cooperates with dietary personnel and other departments
Maintains resident rights and confidentiality
Interacts positively with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors under a variety of conditions and circumstances
Follows Universal precautions and Infection Control techniques
Qualification
Required
Must have a smile on your face and give great customer service at all times to residents, partners, and guests
Must have good attendance
Must take ownership of nursing neighborhoods while working in them
Must be able work hand in hand with the nursing department in order to serve the residents
Prepare and set-up of all menu items according to standards
Accurately service hot and cold food items, condiments, utensils, etc., onto trays on a moving tray line according to tray tickets and menu spread sheets
Restocks cafeteria of other areas with food and supplies in a courteous, timely manner
Serve meals to residents in a courteous, timely manner
Scrape dirty trays and dishes and the loading and unloading of the dish machine
Hand wash pots and pans, and other designated items
Maintain the kitchen facilities in a sanitary manner including floors, walls, all equipment, and utensils
Safely handles a variety of chemicals and educates employees about the same
Assists in kitchen where needed
Ensures that a clean and safe environment is maintained
Communicates and cooperates with dietary personnel and other departments
Maintains resident rights and confidentiality
Interacts positively with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors under a variety of conditions and circumstances
Follows Universal precautions and Infection Control techniques
Education: High School diploma or GED preferred
Experience: 0-2 years in food service within a Long-Term Care environment preferred
Preferred
High School diploma or GED preferred
0-2 years in food service within a Long-Term Care environment preferred
Benefits
Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
Vision & Dental Insurance
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
Legal & Identity Theft Protection
University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
Company
Otterbein SeniorLife
Otterbein SeniorLife offers a wide range of assisted living, rehabilitation, nursing care and home health care services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
J. Chris Green
Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer
Lois Mills
Vice Presdent HR/Chief People Officer
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