Purpose:

Responsible for setting tables, bussing tables, washing dishes, assisting the cook as needed and completing cleaning duties.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be able to relate positively to residents and families, and to work cooperatively with other employees.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Residents, families, staff, community officials, referral sources and the general public.
• Must be capable of maintaining regular and reliable attendance.
• Must meet all state health requirements.
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit (as required by state regulations).
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (Essential Job Functions) with or without reasonable accommodation.

Essential Functions:

Kitchen

• Prepare, wash and store dishes following Community procedures.
• Clean dishwashing area.
• Assist in serving, if needed.
• Assist cooks in cleaning food serving areas and equipment.
• Assists cook in food prep as requested

Dining Room

• Set up serving carts for each meal as required.
• Help serve meals to residents’ tables following Community procedures.
• Bus tables and prepare dishes for washing.
• Clean dining room tables and chairs as needed.
• Sweep and clean dining room area.
• Set tables for the next meal.
• Focus on good customer service in regard to food service.
• Works as part of the Food Services team to ensure smooth, efficient and safe operation of the kitchen.
• Adheres to prescribed safety and sanitation practices and procedures.

Other

• Performs similar or related duties as required or directed.

Physical/Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices):

Medium Work – Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Bending, twisting, squatting and/or reaching is frequently and consistently necessary while serving, cleaning, or performing other tasks.