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Covenant Living

Dining Service Associate

Spring Valley, CA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

The Dining Services Associate performs designated serving, cleaning / dishwashing, cooking, prepping and other duties for the dining department and is accountable to the Director of Dining. This role ...

Rubio's Coastal Grill

Guest Service Associate

Temecula, CA · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Guest Service Associate As a Guest Service Associate, you'll interact with guests and support daily ... Keep the dining area, patio, and restrooms clean and well-stocked * Follow proper food safety ...

Rubio's Coastal Grill

Guest Service Associate

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

Guest Service Associate As a Guest Service Associate, you'll interact with guests and support daily ... Keep the dining area, patio, and restrooms clean and well-stocked * Follow proper food safety ...

Rubio's Coastal Grill

Guest Service Associate

Palm Desert, CA · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Guest Service Associate As a Guest Service Associate, you'll interact with guests and support daily ... Keep the dining area, patio, and restrooms clean and well-stocked * Follow proper food safety ...

Rubio's Coastal Grill

Guest Service Associate

Fontana, CA · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Guest Service Associate As a Guest Service Associate, you'll interact with guests and support daily ... Keep the dining area, patio, and restrooms clean and well-stocked * Follow proper food safety ...

Rubio's Coastal Grill

Guest Service Associate

Palm Springs, CA · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Guest Service Associate As a Guest Service Associate, you'll interact with guests and support daily ... Keep the dining area, patio, and restrooms clean and well-stocked * Follow proper food safety ...

Rubio's Coastal Grill

Guest Service Associate

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Guest Service Associate As a Guest Service Associate, you'll interact with guests and support daily ... Keep the dining area, patio, and restrooms clean and well-stocked * Follow proper food safety ...

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

AspectDining Service AssociateFood Service Worker
CredentialsMay require food safety certificationOften requires food safety certification
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafeterias, healthcare facilitiesRestaurants, cafeterias, hospitals, schools
Employer & IndustryHospitality, healthcare, educationFood service, hospitality, healthcare
Job DutiesTaking orders, serving food, customer servicePreparing, serving, cleaning, basic food prep

Both roles involve food service and may require similar certifications. However, Dining Service Associates typically focus more on customer interaction and serving, while Food Service Workers may handle a broader range of food prep and cleaning tasks. The roles often overlap in healthcare and hospitality settings, making them comparable in work environment and industry usage.

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Dining Service Associate

Spring Valley, CA • On-site

Covenant Living
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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$20 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Covenant Living rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us!
The Dining Services Associate performs designated serving, cleaning / dishwashing, cooking, prepping and other duties for the dining department and is accountable to the Director of Dining. This role works in many capacities within Dining and Hospitality to serve our residents. This role provides universal support to Dining Operations and will flex between a variety of job assignments. This is a versatile role requiring adaptability to a variety of Dining and Hospitality work assignments.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist in food preparation, hospitality duties, and meal service, including serving food, waiting tables, and bussing tables.
  • Perform defined work routines, using various dining utensils, supplies and equipment.
  • Follow all sanitation guidelines, federal / state regulations, and Senior Living / Healthcare requirements.
  • Follow cleaning schedules and perform cleaning duties as scheduled and/or needed.
  • "Open" and "Close" kitchen and dining rooms as needed.
  • Wash and store dishes.
  • Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
Required Degree: High school diploma
Certificate(s):
  • Current Food Handler's Permit is required.
  • Training in Servsafe is beneficial.

Experience:
  • Desired is one (1) year of food service experience including but not limited to: serving/waiting tables, cleaning and kitchen sanitiaton protocols, basic food/meal prep is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
  • Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written, English) with residents and staff.
  • Must be able to read and understand written instructions and follow safety practices.
  • Must be cordial and congenial with residents.
  • Must be dependable, detail oriented, organized, and have good follow through.
  • Must be able to work within standard policy and procedures, and work with limited direct supervision.
  • Must have the ability to handle a variety of tasks and functions.
  • Must be able to react calmly in emergency situations.
  • Must have the ability to show patience and compassion to senior adults.
  • Must be considerate of resident's comfort, safety, security and belongings.
  • Demonstrate the ability to set and establish priorities.
  • Manages time efficiently.
  • Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner.
  • Maintains a well-groomed appearance that complies with organizational and State food code standards. Ability to adhere to dress code and kitchen uniform requirements.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of and understanding of food safety, sanitation, preparation and serving principles.
  • Ability to work with all persons at Covenant Living Communities and Services and must have the ability to get along and socialize with them. This includes employees, residents, families, visitors, vendors, other health care professionals and the community at large.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • May be required to lift or carry equipment or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequent stooping, bending, climbing, reaching, pulling / pushing, and long periods walking and/or standing.
  • May be required to stand, sit, twist, bend, squat, kneel or crouch when performing job duties
  • Must possess adequate sight and hearing to meet the responsibilities of this position.

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Compensation Pay Range:
$20.00 - $23.00
Reasonable Pay Estimate
A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.
For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Employer paid group term life and disability
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
  • 403(b) with a 3% employer match
  • Fitness center use at most facilities.
  • Various voluntary benefits:
    • Life, AD&D
    • Tuition assistance and scholarships
    • Employee assistance program
    • Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
    • Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.
Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

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