Dietary Aide - Server - Assisted Living
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.05 - $19.50
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Career development opportunities
inclusive work environment
Job Description
Prestige Senior Living - Orchard Heights is a distinguished assisted living community located at 695 Orchard Heights Road NW in Salem, Oregon. This community features 61 apartments geared towards assisted living, along with 18 additional units, providing a supportive and comfortable environment for its residents. Situated conveniently near Wallace Road in West Salem, it offers access to various local amenities and services. The community itself is known for its beautiful setting, abundant natural light, tall ceilings, and a clean, home-like atmosphere that promotes a sense of belonging and well-being. The team here prides itself on its commitment to service, motivated by a collective passion to help residents live fulfilled lives.
At Prestige Senior Living - Orchard Heights, the culture revolves around collaboration, creativity, and a strong promote-from-within philosophy. Team members are empowered to approach their roles with independence and problem-solving skills, essentially managing their responsibilities with confidence. The leadership team provides training and support to ensure that every task is done correctly, fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth. Prospective employees can expect to join a cohesive team that balances hard work with a fun, engaging atmosphere. The community has also earned national recognition for its excellence in care, making it a standout location in the assisted living sector.
The Part-Time Dietary Aide position at Prestige Senior Living - Orchard Heights plays a crucial role within the dietary department, supporting food preparation, food service, and maintaining sanitation standards. This role involves assisting in the preparation and serving of meals, snacks, and beverages, using proper portion control and adhering to sanitation guidelines. The Dietary Aide is responsible for delivering meals to residents in their rooms or dining areas, ensuring that dietary orders and tray cards are accurately followed. The role demands attentiveness to residents’ dietary needs and preferences, ensuring timely and proper service.
In addition to meal service, the Dietary Aide helps maintain cleanliness and sanitation by keeping the kitchen, dining room, and dietary equipment in tip-top condition. This includes washing dishes, operating dishwashers at appropriate temperatures, and managing the proper storage and labeling of food supplies according to state regulations and company policies. Monitoring and recording temperatures of dishwashers and other equipment is another important aspect to ensure food safety and quality. The Dietary Aide also supports fire safety, infection control, and hazardous chemical safety practices within the facility.
Customer service is an essential part of the role, requiring courteous and respectful interactions with residents, visitors, and staff while maintaining confidentiality and promoting resident rights. The position also involves resetting the dining area between meals and assisting with supply management. It offers a dynamic, supportive environment for those interested in contributing to the well-being and comfort of senior residents. This part-time role is ideal for individuals who are conscientious, detail-oriented, and enjoy working collaboratively in a caregiving setting. The company values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal employment opportunities for all candidates.
At Prestige Senior Living - Orchard Heights, the culture revolves around collaboration, creativity, and a strong promote-from-within philosophy. Team members are empowered to approach their roles with independence and problem-solving skills, essentially managing their responsibilities with confidence. The leadership team provides training and support to ensure that every task is done correctly, fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth. Prospective employees can expect to join a cohesive team that balances hard work with a fun, engaging atmosphere. The community has also earned national recognition for its excellence in care, making it a standout location in the assisted living sector.
The Part-Time Dietary Aide position at Prestige Senior Living - Orchard Heights plays a crucial role within the dietary department, supporting food preparation, food service, and maintaining sanitation standards. This role involves assisting in the preparation and serving of meals, snacks, and beverages, using proper portion control and adhering to sanitation guidelines. The Dietary Aide is responsible for delivering meals to residents in their rooms or dining areas, ensuring that dietary orders and tray cards are accurately followed. The role demands attentiveness to residents’ dietary needs and preferences, ensuring timely and proper service.
In addition to meal service, the Dietary Aide helps maintain cleanliness and sanitation by keeping the kitchen, dining room, and dietary equipment in tip-top condition. This includes washing dishes, operating dishwashers at appropriate temperatures, and managing the proper storage and labeling of food supplies according to state regulations and company policies. Monitoring and recording temperatures of dishwashers and other equipment is another important aspect to ensure food safety and quality. The Dietary Aide also supports fire safety, infection control, and hazardous chemical safety practices within the facility.
Customer service is an essential part of the role, requiring courteous and respectful interactions with residents, visitors, and staff while maintaining confidentiality and promoting resident rights. The position also involves resetting the dining area between meals and assisting with supply management. It offers a dynamic, supportive environment for those interested in contributing to the well-being and comfort of senior residents. This part-time role is ideal for individuals who are conscientious, detail-oriented, and enjoy working collaboratively in a caregiving setting. The company values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal employment opportunities for all candidates.
Job Requirements
- Must have food handler permit as required by the State
- Available to work 2-3 shifts per week
- Ability to communicate courteously with residents, visitors, and staff
- Capable of performing physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and standing for long periods
- Willingness to adhere to company policies and safety procedures
- Reliable and punctual with strong work ethic
- Flexibility to work day, swing, or night shifts as needed
Job Qualifications
- Food handler permit as required by the State
- Some high school education preferred
- Experience in food service or healthcare dietary environment is a plus but not required
- Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with a team
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Commitment to maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards
- Basic understanding of food safety and kitchen equipment operation
Job Duties
- Assists in the preparation of food and is responsible for serving meals, snacks, and beverages using portion control and applicable sanitation practices
- Responsible for delivering meals to resident rooms or tables and setting up meal trays in accordance with dietary orders and tray cards
- Keeps the kitchen, dietary equipment, and dining room clean and sanitary at all times, including work areas and floors
- Cleans utensils, dishes, and pots and pans by operating the dishwasher or proper handwashing processes
- Ensures proper storage, rotation, preparation, and labeling of food in accordance with State and local guidelines and company policy
- Partners with dietary staff to ensure equipment is working properly and at the appropriate temperature
- Follows facility fire safety, infection control, and hazardous chemical practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions
- Greets residents, visitors, and staff courteously and in a manner that respects dignity, meets confidentiality standards, and promotes resident and staff rights
- Resets the dining room for the next meal and ensures supplies are available for upcoming meals
- Assists in storing incoming food and supplies as assigned
- Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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