Dining Services Associate
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Elderwood is hiring a Dining Services Associate. Elderwood at Hornell is hiring Full‑Time and Part‑Time Dining Services Associates, offering options that fit candidates’ lives, whether they seek stability, consistency, or maximum flexibility, and emphasizing benefit‑eligible full‑time roles and a 15‑hour per week part‑time schedule.
Key focus areas include Assist in preparation and delivery of meals to residents according to policy, Adhere to resident diet orders, texture modifications, and menu preferences, and Perform all duties of assigned position during scheduled shift following safety regulations.
Successful candidates bring Minimum Age 16+, Employment Certificate Permit, and Prior Customer Service Experience. Important skills include Customer Service, Food Preparation, Meal Service, Kitchen Sanitation, Electronic Timekeeping System, and Communication. Preferred (not required): Beverage Preparation, Kitchen Equipment Sanitation, Resident Interaction, and HIPAA.
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$16.10/hr - $18.31/hr
Overview
Dining Services Associates – Elderwood at Hornell
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Elderwood at Hornell is hiring for both Full-Time and Part-Time Dining Services Associates
Whether you’re looking for stability and consistency - or maximum flexibility - we offer options that fit your life. We are hiring:
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Full-Time Dining Services Associates (benefit eligible)
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Part-Time Dining Services Associates - 15 Hours a week
One application. Multiple pathways.
Dining Service Associate Position Overview:
- Dining Service Associate (DSA) team members are responsible for ensuring the health and wellbeing of our residents by being responsible for food and beverage preparation, meal service, and kitchen/equipment sanitation. This individual also assists with providing a positive experience to the residents while following all applicable regulations.
Responsibilities
Dining Services Associate
- Assists in the preparation and delivery of meals to residents according to department policy and position assignment. 2. Adheres to the resident’s diet order, texture/consistency modifications, and menu preferences during the preparation and service of food items and beverages. 3. Performs all responsibilities of the designated position assignment during the scheduled shift in accordance with all safety regulations and standards of practice. 4. May serve meals to residents in dining areas according to seating chart and instructions on resident tray tickets. 5. Assists in care and maintenance of kitchen environment and equipment. 6. Regularly contributes to, and actively participates in, facility and department staff meetings and inservices. 7. May interact and communicate with residents/family members regarding meal service quality. 8. Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed. 9. Arrives to work on time, regularly, and works as scheduled. 10. Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times. 11. Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc. 12. Supports and abides by Elderwood’s Mission, Vision, and Values. 13. Abides by Elderwood’s businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies. 14. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.
Qualifications
Dining Services Associate
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Minimum of 16 years of age
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Employment Certificate/Permit required for applicable individuals
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Prior customer service experience
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ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain
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Physical stamina necessary for constant activity
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HS diploma or equivalent preferred
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Prior food service, hospitality, serving, or restaurant experience desired
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This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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Posted Date5 days ago(8/12/2026 10:33 AM)
Requisition ID2026-36517
of Openings1
Area of InterestDining
CompanyElderwood
LocationElderwood at Hornell
Position TypeRegular Full-Time
ShiftFlexible
Salary$16.10/hr - $18.31/hr
Reporting CategoryNon-Clinical
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