Dining Services Assistant

Description Looking for a part-time role where you can make someone’s day—one meal and one smile at a time? At Pine Haven Christian Home, our Dining Services Assistants are a key part of creating a warm, welcoming experience for our residents. From serving meals with a friendly touch to helping keep our dining spaces clean and inviting, you’ll play an important role in daily life here. You’ll work alongside a supportive team, build meaningful connections, and bring a little extra joy to every table. If you enjoy working with people and want a job that feels rewarding and purposeful, Pine Haven is the place for you. Essential duties and responsibilities Serve meals that are appetizing, based on menu selections and preferences, in a timely manner to residents Cook/Retherm (reheat) food to proper serving temperatures Prepare and serve food in proper portions and proper consistencies (example: mechanical soft, pureed) according to the resident’s dietary restrictions Set up prior to meals, pour beverages, and place appropriate condiments on tables Bus tables following meals Perform dish washing and cleaning procedures as directed, including: cleaning work tables, refrigerators/freezers, sweeping and mopping floors, returning clean utensils and dishes to proper storage areas Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas Assist in all other scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established processes Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazards Follow proper sanitation and safety guidelines Follow infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures to ensure that a sanitary environment is always maintained Attend and participate in required training, conducted at time of hire and/or annually, that will include training designed to assure resident safety: i.e. fire safety, missing resident, evacuations, disaster response, etc. Report any observed changes in a resident’s needs and/or condition immediately to a license nurse or manager as appropriate Requirements Must be at least 16 years of age Experience in food service is required Maintain good attendance, including timely arrival Support positive working relationships with fellow team members Interreact, communicate, and collaborate effectively with others Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills required Ability to work in a fast paced rapidly changing environment Knowledge of or ability to learn proper food handling techniques and various diets (regular, mechanical soft, puree) Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Must comply with Pine Haven’s policies Understands, supports, and is committed to Pine Haven’s Mission, Vision and Values