Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
competitive pay
Paid Time Off
Supportive team environment
Job Description
Covenant Woods is a premier continuing care retirement community located in Mechanicsville, known for its dedication to providing a safe, welcoming, and exceptional living environment for its residents. This community prides itself on offering comprehensive services that support independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Covenant Woods combines a compassionate, team-focused atmosphere with high standards of care and service, making it a preferred place both to live and to work. With a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its residents, Covenant Woods fosters a supportive and respectful environment for its employees and community members alike.
The role of Nutrition Services Food Porter at Covenant Woods is essential in supporting the culinary and dining services team to ensure residents receive timely, accurate, and high-quality meal service. This position involves multiple responsibilities related to food handling, kitchen support, and cleanliness that contribute directly to the community’s overall dining experience. The Food Porter is responsible for retrieving food items from the kitchen and delivering meals, desserts, beverages, and salads to designated dining areas, ensuring that all service meets the community’s high standards of safety and satisfaction.
This is a role requiring strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and adherence to food safety protocols mandated by Covenant Woods and the Virginia Department of Health. Duties include following critical food safety procedures such as proper handwashing, hair covering, prevention of cross-contamination, and maintaining correct cooking temperatures to keep all food safe for consumption. The Food Porter also plays a key role in supporting kitchen operations by maintaining and stocking kitchen areas, sanitizing equipment and surfaces like refrigerators, freezers, and coffee machines, and ensuring all food items are properly labeled and dated.
The schedule options include both full-time and part-time positions, providing flexibility for candidates. Full-time hours run from 10:45 AM to 5:30 PM with every other weekend required, while part-time positions involve weekend shifts and one weekday shift. Employees in this role will also assist with monitoring equipment condition and promptly reporting maintenance concerns to management, supporting the smooth functioning of kitchen operations.
Working at Covenant Woods offers employees a competitive pay structure and paid time off benefits within a supportive, team-oriented environment. The organization values reliability, detail orientation, and commitment to quality service in all team members. By joining Covenant Woods, individuals contribute meaningfully to the daily lives and well-being of residents, helping to create a positive and nourishing atmosphere through excellent dining services. Whether you are starting a career in nutrition services or seeking a rewarding position in a welcoming community, Covenant Woods invites you to apply and be part of a dedicated team making a difference every day.
The role of Nutrition Services Food Porter at Covenant Woods is essential in supporting the culinary and dining services team to ensure residents receive timely, accurate, and high-quality meal service. This position involves multiple responsibilities related to food handling, kitchen support, and cleanliness that contribute directly to the community’s overall dining experience. The Food Porter is responsible for retrieving food items from the kitchen and delivering meals, desserts, beverages, and salads to designated dining areas, ensuring that all service meets the community’s high standards of safety and satisfaction.
This is a role requiring strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and adherence to food safety protocols mandated by Covenant Woods and the Virginia Department of Health. Duties include following critical food safety procedures such as proper handwashing, hair covering, prevention of cross-contamination, and maintaining correct cooking temperatures to keep all food safe for consumption. The Food Porter also plays a key role in supporting kitchen operations by maintaining and stocking kitchen areas, sanitizing equipment and surfaces like refrigerators, freezers, and coffee machines, and ensuring all food items are properly labeled and dated.
The schedule options include both full-time and part-time positions, providing flexibility for candidates. Full-time hours run from 10:45 AM to 5:30 PM with every other weekend required, while part-time positions involve weekend shifts and one weekday shift. Employees in this role will also assist with monitoring equipment condition and promptly reporting maintenance concerns to management, supporting the smooth functioning of kitchen operations.
Working at Covenant Woods offers employees a competitive pay structure and paid time off benefits within a supportive, team-oriented environment. The organization values reliability, detail orientation, and commitment to quality service in all team members. By joining Covenant Woods, individuals contribute meaningfully to the daily lives and well-being of residents, helping to create a positive and nourishing atmosphere through excellent dining services. Whether you are starting a career in nutrition services or seeking a rewarding position in a welcoming community, Covenant Woods invites you to apply and be part of a dedicated team making a difference every day.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in food service or kitchen environment preferred
- Ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Dependable and punctual
- Ability to work full-time or part-time as needed
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Effective communication skills with the team and residents
- Commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization in all kitchen areas
Job Qualifications
- Strong communication skills with residents and coworkers
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- ServSafe certification preferred
Job Duties
- Retrieve food items from the kitchen and deliver to appropriate dining rooms
- Follow all food safety procedures including proper hand washing, hair covering, cross-contamination prevention, and proper cooking temperature standards
- Read menus to ensure special orders are delivered accurately
- Maintain and stock kitchen areas
- Clean and sanitize refrigerators, freezers, induction equipment, juice machines, coffee machines, countertops, and other kitchen equipment
- Ensure food is properly labeled and dated
- Retrieve pans and kitchen equipment at the end of each meal
- Clean assigned kitchen floors at the end of each shift
- Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance concerns to management
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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