Dining Services Associate

Dining Services Associate

Location: Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, Lake Placid, New York Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics!

Pay Range: $16.44 $18.44/hour Earn more with experience!

Status: Full-Time & Per Diem Opportunities NEW! Gas Allowance Benefit for Eligible Employees

At Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, mealtimes are about more than food. They're opportunities for connection, comfort, and community.

As a Dining Services Associate (DSA), you'll help prepare and serve meals, support residents' individual dietary needs, and create a welcoming dining experience for the people we care for. You'll work alongside a supportive team where your reliability, attention to detail, and friendly approach can make a difference in a resident's day.

If you enjoy working with people, staying active, and taking pride in providing great service, we'd love to have you join us.

Why Join Elderwood of Uihlein?

• NEW! Gas Allowance Benefit for eligible full- and part-time employees
• Competitive Pay: $16.44 $18.44/hour
• Shift Differentials for eligible evening, weekend, and holiday shifts
• Full Benefits Package including medical, dental, vision, and more
• Employee Referral Program
• Supportive, resident-focused team environment
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and long-term career development
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in healthcare, hospitality, and food service

Position Overview

As a Dining Services Associate, you'll help ensure residents receive nutritious meals that are prepared and served according to their individual dietary needs and preferences.

You'll assist with meal preparation and delivery, serve residents in dining areas, help maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, and provide friendly service throughout the dining experience.

This is an active, people-focused position where you'll have the opportunity to interact with residents and families while working as part of a collaborative team.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is...

• Dependable and punctual
• Friendly, compassionate, and comfortable interacting with older adults
• A team player who enjoys working with others
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, active environment
• Detail-oriented and able to carefully follow dietary instructions
• Customer-service focused and takes pride in creating a positive experience
• Willing to learn and grow in a healthcare dining environment
• Someone who understands that a great meal can be an important part of a resident's day

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Assist with the preparation and delivery of meals according to department procedures and assigned responsibilities
• Follow residents' individual diet orders, texture and consistency modifications, and menu preferences
• Serve meals in dining areas according to seating charts and resident tray tickets
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and dining environment
• Care for and maintain kitchen equipment
• Interact with residents and families regarding meal service when appropriate
• Help create a welcoming and positive dining experience for residents
• Participate in department and facility meetings, in-services, and required training
• Follow all applicable food safety, sanitation, safety, HIPAA, and compliance policies
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
• Follow facility dress code and identification requirements
• Follow policies regarding electronic devices and company equipment
• Support Elderwood's Mission, Vision, and Values
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management

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Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• Employment Certificate/Permit required for applicable individuals
• Prior customer service experience
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain
• Physical stamina necessary for constant activity
• HS diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior food service, hospitality, serving, or restaurant experience desired

• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.