Culinary Aide / Wait Staff

Otterbein is currently seeking a talented Culinary Aide / Wait Staff to join our team at our vibrant, not-for-profit retirement community. Culinary Aides assist in the preparation and serving of quality food to residents, guests, and employees under sanitary conditions.

At Otterbein, you are not an “employee.” You are a partner in caring because we are all partners working together for a goal. We believe in person-centered care that honors the residents and the choices they make. Otterbein partners are dedicated to providing the highest level of compassionate, and quality care. Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and so much more.

Shifts Available:

Full time 1st, Part-time 2nd, and PRN 2nd

• Must have a smile on your face and give great customer service at all times to residents, partners, and guests.


• Must have good attendance.


• Must take ownership of nursing neighborhoods while working in them.


• Must be able work hand in hand with the nursing department in order to serve the residents.


• Prepare and set-up of all menu items according to standards.


• Accurately service hot and cold food items, condiments, utensils, etc., onto trays on a moving tray line according to tray tickets and menu spread sheets.


• Restocks cafeteria of other areas with food and supplies in a courteous, timely manner.


• Serve meals to residents in a courteous, timely manner.


• Scrape dirty trays and dishes and the loading and unloading of the dish machine.


• Hand wash pots and pans, and other designated items.


• Maintain the kitchen facilities in a sanitary manner including floors, walls, all equipment, and utensils.


• Safely handles a variety of chemicals and educates employees about the same.


• Assists in kitchen where needed.


• Ensures that a clean and safe environment is maintained.


• Communicates and cooperates with dietary personnel and other departments.


• Maintains resident rights and confidentiality.


• Interacts positively with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors under a variety of conditions and circumstances.


• Follows Universal precautions and Infection Control techniques.

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