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Dining Service Associate Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

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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.

What are the most commonly searched types of Dining Service jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Dining Service jobs in Michigan are:

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Dining Service Associate jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Dining Service Associate job openings:

Dining Services Associate

Grand Rapids, MI โ€ข On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


Job description

This is a part-time position, 4pm to 7pm, and rotating weekends. 

The Dining Services Associate assists the Dining Services Director in the creation and execution of the signature dining services program at the community. He or she provides friendly, responsive service to create an exceptional dining experience for all of our residents. Each Dining Services Associate’s primary objective is to exhibit the core values of Commonwealth Senior Living and provide a memorable dining experience for the residents.

Qualifications

• Certification in the Food Handlers Course or equivalent

• Previous experience in the food service industry.

• Ability to read and write English.

• Willingness and ability to learn new tasks

• Must be available to work varied shifts and weekends.

• Ability to lift heavy objects; stand and walk short distances throughout the day. Ability to tolerate heat from the kitchen.

• Must be free of communicable diseases. 

Areas of Primary Responsibility

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to our residents in a safe sanitary manner in accordance with Public Health Regulations, and in compliance with Sanitation Code.

• Be familiar with Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point {HACCP}, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System {WHMIS}.

• Responsible for ensuring a clean, safe working environment and maintaining this responsibility by safe work habits, using correct hand washing techniques and routine cleaning.

• Serve attractive, nutritious meals in a pleasant, respectful manner, mindful of the special needs of the residents.

• Practice safe usage of all equipment within the department and the ability to clean, sanitize and maintain the equipment as outlined in the cleaning schedules.

• Prepare the dining rooms daily: set tables, pour beverages, clear and clean dishes.

• Upon receiving stock, put it away following the procedures as required.

• Follow cleaning procedures when mechanical equipment is not available {ex: power failure}.

• Performs other duties as directed by the Dining Services Director.

• Other duties as assigned

Culture Ambassador

• Models the core values of the company:

  • We Care About People 
  • We Do the Right Thing 
  • We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success 
  • We Speak Up! It’s Our Responsibility 
  • We Take Ownership and Add Value 
  • We are Respectful 

• Ensures all personnel exemplify the core values of the company at all times.

• Create and drive the sales culture.

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