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Erickson

Dining Associate/Dietary Aide

Springfield, VA · On-site

$16.50/hr

Greenspring Village by Erickson Senior Living We're looking for a friendly, team-oriented Dining Associate who loves creating great experiences for others! In this role, you'll help keep our dining ...

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What is the difference between Dining Associate vs Food Service Worker?

AspectDining AssociateFood Service Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; sometimes food safety certificationHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafeterias, catering events, healthcare facilitiesRestaurants, cafeterias, fast food outlets, catering
Job DutiesGreeting guests, taking orders, serving food, maintaining cleanlinessPreparing food, serving customers, cleaning, stocking supplies

Both roles involve customer service and food handling, but Dining Associates focus more on guest interaction and service, while Food Service Workers often handle food preparation and operational tasks. The roles are similar in work environment and required certifications, making them closely related in the food service industry.

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Dining Associate/Dietary Aide

Dining Associate/Dietary Aide

Erickson

Springfield, VA • On-site

$16.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Location:

Greenspring Village by Erickson Senior Living

We're looking for a friendly, team-oriented Dining Associate who loves creating great experiences for others! In this role, you'll help keep our dining room and pantry running smoothly while delivering top-notch service to our amazing residents and guests. You will connect with people, working as a part of a supportive team, and making every meal feel special - one smile and one plate at a team.

*Full-Time & Part-Time positions*

Compensation: Starting at $16.50 per hour, commensurate with experience

How you will make an impact:

  • Greet and welcome residents when they arrive at the restaurant.
  • Ensures the flow of the restaurant by working with the seaters, enabling the servers and back of the house to work efficiently and effectively.
  • Assist with preparation, stocking, serving, and post-meal clean-up.
  • Ensure adequate nutritional intake for all residents
  • Answer telephones professionally and follow up with requests.
  • Maintains front of the house and kitchen sanitation
  • Assists in the training of the wait staff.

What we offer:

  • Quality of life - most of our restaurant's employees' are out before 9pm!
  • Competitive benefits packages (32 & 40 hours a week) including medical, dental, vision, and PTO in accordance with applicable state law..
  • 401k for all employees 18 and over. Company contribution up to 3% once eligible.
  • Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all employees over 18 years of age.
  • Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and student loan refinancing partnership programs are available.
  • Discounted meals in our restaurants
  • Gated community with 24/7 security
  • A culture of diversity and inclusion, which builds on our values, vision, and mission.

What you will need:

  • Six months of experience in a food service environment is preferred.
  • Must be able to read, write, understand and communicate in the English Language.
  • Ability to safely lift or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Flexible with schedule, available to work some weekends and holidays.

Greenspring is a beautiful 58-acre continuing care retirement community in Springfield, Virginia. We're part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country's largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Greenspring helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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