Dining Attendant, PT, RL

Salemtowne is a distinguished senior living community committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to its residents. With a focus on creating an enriching and comfortable environment, Salemtowne offers a range of living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Health Care Centers. The community fosters a philosophy centered on respect, dignity, and personalized attention to meet the needs of its elderly residents, ensuring they enjoy a high quality of life. Salemtowne’s reputation is built on its dedicated team that supports not only the physical wellbeing of its residents but also their social and emotional health through various programs and exceptional service standards.

The role of Dining Attendant at Salemtowne plays a vital part in enhancing the dining experience of the community’s residents, whether in Health Care and Assisted Living Centers or Independent Living and Catering Events. This position requires a blend of excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for helping seniors. Dining Attendants assist chefs, nutrition care managers, lead dining attendants, and nursing assistants by providing meal service that is both efficient and respectful of the residents’ needs and preferences. For those serving in Independent Living and Catering, the role extends to professional wait staff services including set-up, service, and clean-up during events and dining room service to ensure a pleasant and seamless dining event for residents and guests.

As a Dining Attendant in Health Care and Assisted Living Centers, the responsibilities include entering meal selections into the Point-of-Sale system, organizing and delivering meals accurately, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in work and dining areas, managing snack carts, and supporting bulk orders and food cost control initiatives. The role is critical in maintaining the health and satisfaction of residents by ensuring food safety, portion control, and timely delivery aligned with dietary needs.

In the Independent Living and Catering role, Dining Attendants are entrusted with professional wait staff duties such as taking meal orders, entering them into the POS system, serving meals and beverages, and managing catering setups and break-downs. They are expected to uphold high standards of etiquette and service, constantly monitor dining areas, anticipate resident and guest needs, and assist with special requests or projects. The role requires a high degree of teamwork, adaptability, and communication with supervisors, chefs, and other team members to ensure a smooth dining service operation.

This position demands physical stamina, including the ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and perform routine cleaning and sanitization tasks. Candidates should exhibit strong oral communication skills, a positive attitude towards customer service, and a sincere interest in geriatric care. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, along with several years of experience in the food service industry.

Working at Salemtowne means joining a community-focused team that values teamwork, respect, and excellence in service. Dining Attendants play an integral role in supporting the Salemtowne Shines culture and philosophy, contributing to an atmosphere where residents feel valued, cared for, and respected. This role is essential for maintaining the high standards of food service and hospitality that Salemtowne is known for, making it a rewarding opportunity for those interested in pursuing a career in senior living and hospitality services.