Dining Assistant

DINING ASSISTANT

Company Overview:

The Harbor & The Haven is an assisted living community located in Norwood Young America.  We are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for seniors. Our mission is to foster safe, engaging, and person-centered environments where residents can thrive while preserving their independence and dignity.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for providing food service to the residents of The Harbor & The Haven in a positive and friendly manner.  Services may include – related services, set-up and clean-up of dining room, food preparation, serving food, and dishwashing.

Available Hours:

This position is part-time.  Days: 10:00am to 1:00pm, Evenings: 3:30pm - 6:30pm

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.

• Paid time off.

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

• Supportive work environment with a focus on resident-centered care.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with food prep, portioning, and plating meals according to menu and standards.
• Support safe food handling practices, including hygiene, temperature control, and food storage.
• Set up dining room, serve meals, and ensure a clean, welcoming dining experience for residents.
• Operate dishwasher and maintain cleanliness of dishware, kitchen tools, and dining areas.
• Follow cleaning protocols and assist with waste disposal and recycling.
• Communicate with residents and respond to dining requests with care and professionalism.

Qualifications:

• Possess a sensitivity and aptitude for working with the elderly.  
• Prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.
• Possess skills to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff and other customers.
• Possess the ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence and documentation, including medical terminology, in English.
• Be punctual with a good attendance record.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills.