Full job description

Food Service Aide

Location: Mennonite Memorial Home – Maple Crest (MHCO)
Status: Full-Time, Part-Time
Department: Dining Services
Reports To: Director of Dining Services – Dietary Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

• Make a Difference: Play a vital role in providing nourishing meals to elders while ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Team-Focused Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values respect, compassion, and service.
• Training and Development: Gain valuable skills and opportunities for growth in food service and elder care.

Position Overview:

As a Food Service Aide, you will be responsible for assisting with meal service, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring that elders’ dietary needs are met. Your key responsibilities include:

• Serving meals to elders while following therapeutic dietary guidelines and portion control.
• Setting up dining areas with dishes, utensils, and condiments while maintaining a welcoming environment.
• Transporting food and supplies using carts weighing up to 200 lbs and ensuring proper food temperatures.
• Cleaning and sanitizing dining areas, including wiping tables, removing trash, and sweeping floors.
• Assisting with washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using a dishwasher.
• Handling and storing food and supplies following safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Delivering soiled dining linens to the laundry as needed.

Qualifications:

• Willingness to care for older adults and commitment to the organization’s mission.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and kitchen equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow simple written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to move quickly and effectively between tasks.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Frequent standing, bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs occasionally, 25 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs constantly.
• Exposure to sharp objects, kitchen utensils, and commercial/residential kitchen equipment.
• Work in a variety of environments, including well-lit kitchens, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers.