New Hope White Lake

Dining Aide - White Lake, MI (Posted April 30th, 2024)

White Lake, MI - Part Time

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS

TITLE:                      Dining Aide

FLSA:                         Non Exempt

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

An employee in this position is responsible for the safe handling and serving of foods for residents in a Home for Aged (HFA) Assisted Living and Memory Care environment. An employee in this position works under the supervision of the Kitchen Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve residents in dining room at meal times; develop and maintain an open relationship with residents of the community through regular interaction, encouragement and support.
  • Assist cook with cleaning dishes as needed.
  • Assist cook with prepping for meals.
  • Record refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily.
  • Maintain clean work environment; including dining room and kitchenette area.
  • Practice appropriate safety, environmental, and infection control procedures.
  • Help with cleaning in the kitchen as needed.
  • Become familiar with location of community’s Disaster Manual and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and the reporting system specified in the Right to Know policy.
  • Excellent attendance, timeliness in reporting to work, and discussion of all absences, injuries and illnesses with Chef.
  • Attend minimum of 10 in-service training programs per 12-month period.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

  • Affinity for seniors and genuine care regarding their well-being with an ability to maintain appropriate attitude and conduct for the welfare of residents; compassionate; demonstrate an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of the resident and an understanding of their rights, the aging process and diseases of the elderly.
  • Present an open, positive, and professional image to all residents, visitors, co-workers and general public by displaying general warmth and kindness in a friendly, courteous and respectful manner at all time and under all circumstances.
  • Display honesty, integrity, dependability and ability to work as a team member, possess good interpersonal skills and maintain a positive attitude toward employment; ability to communicate effectively and appropriately and maintain confidentiality of resident information in compliance with HIPPA regulations.
  • Reliable transportation to work with flexibility to work on any day of the week, any designated shift.
  • Ability to identify own personal strengths and weaknesses and discuss with supervision.
  • Satisfactory references, background check, drug screen, pre-employment physical and current TB Test (or chest x-ray) for tuberculosis.

Apply: Dining Aide - White Lake, MI (Posted April 30th, 2024)
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