Other Requirements: Must be able to operate the following equipment: mixers, stoves, microwaves, blending equipment, coffee makers, ovens (occasionally), slicer; Must be able to proficiently use sharp cooking utensils (i.e., knives, etc); Must have the ability to understand directions; Must have the ability to read, write, understand and speak the English language; Must be able to multi-task and work with a high degree of flexibility; Special care or dementia care employees will have additional training in the care and treatment of dementia residents; Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Must be able to work with Dietary Staff, residents, families, and other community staff; Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook. Assists with meal service duties through the following: May set dining room tables for meals; may work on meal tray serving line; May serve meal trays to residents (waiter style, as needed); Checks meal trays for accuracy before they leave the kitchen area; Clears tables of dishes and trash; Pushes food carts to appropriate nursing wings; Communicates with residents during meal times to enhance homelike dining experience; Assists with clean-up after each meal and preparation for next meal; Thinks and acts calmly and logically to meet unusual occurrences of the job without being thrown off stride.