Dining Services Assistant
EveryAge
Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Dining Services, Assistant Director or Chef, the dining services assistant performs a variety of specialized or general functions in the Dining Services Department.
Job description
Duties
- Works alone or part of a team preparing the set up and serving of prepared meals for residents.
- Provide after meal services including returning trays to clean-up areas and clearing trays.
- Tend to and load machines that clean food services items. Hand wash items as needed.
- Returns clean dishes, food service items and utensils to appropriate areas.
- Clean work areas, tables, cabinets, and food prep equipment.
- Stores food and supplies as directed.
- Prepare and assemble food prepared for regular and modified diets as directed.
- Knows and follows safety, fire, and sanitation standards.
- Assist with the preparation of food such as salads and baked goods, including computing quantity of ingredients needed using appropriate techniques and safe food handling.
- Begins meal preparation under the direction of Cook or Dining Services Manager.
- Performs perception and color discrimination required to detect differences in appearance of food, indicating completion of cooking time, deterioration or contamination.
- Handles inventory and stocking of food items. Pulls items needed for meal preparation.
- Performs general cleaning of dietary/kitchen/serving areas including sweeping mopping, scrubbing, sanitizing, polishing and emptying trash.
- Follows proper controls and documentation to comply with all regulations and surveys.
Requirements
- Ability to follow strict safety and sanitation protocols
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as cleaning and food preparation
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Company overview
EveryAge is a prominent Christian ministry and nonprofit organization specializing in senior living and aging services across North Carolina and Virginia. Formerly known as United Church Homes and Services (UCHS), the organization rebranded in 2021 to reflect its commitment to serving individuals at every stage of life. EveryAge operates a comprehensive network of services including three Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), multiple Programs of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), and nine affordable senior housing communities. The organization serves over 2,700 older adults annually through 19 distinct programs and employs approximately 1,250 team members. With a mission focused on providing vibrant living opportunities, diverse outreach programs, and compassionate healthcare services, EveryAge has established itself as an "employer of choice" in the region. The organization emphasizes quality care, innovation in senior services, and creating accessible options for middle-market senior housing while maintaining its Christian heritage and commitment to community service.