Dining Services Assistant - Part-time

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Join Our Dining Services Team as a Dining Assistant!

Job Title: Dining Services Assistant (DSA)

Location: 3935 Sunnyside Drive Harrisonburg VA 22801 Healthcare & Assisted Living

Hours: Evening shift part-time opportunities available (4:15 pm-7:45 pm). Weekend availability is required.

Are you passionate about providing excellent service and enhancing the dining experience for seniors? As a Dining Services Assistant (DSA), you’ll play a vital role in ensuring that our healthcare and assisted living residents enjoy nutritious, delicious meals in a home-like environment. You’ll assist with meal service, accommodate dietary needs, and create a positive dining experience, all while working closely with our dedicated dining team.

Help make mealtime a highlight of our residents' day while contributing to their overall well-being!

• Review dietary information:
  Follow instructions on break-down sheets, labels, and diet cards to ensure proper food preparation (e.g., regular, pureed, mechanical soft) and portion sizes for each resident’s specific needs.
• Ensure meals are served perfectly:
  Prepare or assist in ensuring meals are served at the right temperature and according to individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
• Tray delivery:
  Prepare and deliver meal trays to residents as required, ensuring timely and accurate service.
• Maintain cleanliness:
  Keep all food preparation and service areas clean, sanitized, and organized to ensure a safe dining environment.
• Dishwashing and sanitization:
  Operate the dishwasher and clean all dishes, utensils, and serving trays after meals.
• Equipment operation:
  Safely operate kitchen equipment like dishwashers, garbage disposals, microwaves, griddles, and toasters as part of your duties.
• Food stock and storage:
  Stock, remove, cover, and store foods properly. Ensure all food is labeled, dated, and stored following safety regulations.
• Follow First In, First Out Method:
  Manage food inventory by checking expiration dates and rotating stock regularly.
• Cleaning chemicals management:
  Store and use cleaning solutions safely and according to guidelines to maintain cleanliness in all areas.
• Train new team members:
  Assist in training and supporting new employees, helping them learn the ropes and perform the job effectively.
• Be a dependable team member:
  Demonstrate punctuality and reliability, reporting to work on time and ready to contribute.
• Provide exceptional service:
  Assist residents in the dining room—take orders, serve food, refill drinks, bus tables, and ensure a comfortable dining experience.
• Support diverse dietary needs:
  Recognize and accommodate the unique dietary needs of an aging population, ensuring every resident’s meal is safe and satisfying.

Join a Team That Makes You Proud – At Sunnyside, We SHINE Together!

Imagine working in a place where your contributions truly matter, and you're inspired every day to grow. At Sunnyside, we believe in creating a work environment where each team member can S.H.I.N.E – Service Before Self
, Hospitality with Heart
, Inspiring Excellence in Each Other
, Nothing Less Than the Best
, and Enjoy Your Journey
. Here, you’ll find a blend of flexibility, growth opportunities, and a safe, supportive learning environment where you can thrive. With on-site training and a motivating atmosphere, Sunnyside is the perfect place to launch your career and reach new heights.

Located on 150+ acres in the scenic Shenandoah Valley of Harrisonburg, Virginia, Sunnyside is a vibrant, not-for-profit Senior Living life plan community where over 500 residents call home. Our residents enjoy a range of living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Long-Term Care. Our beautiful campus offers a variety of amenities designed to enhance the lives of both residents and staff, such as an on-site restaurant, award-winning vitality center, therapy services, fishing ponds, walking trails, and more.

In addition to all the perks, we offer generous paid time off (even for part-time staff), professional development opportunities, and a fun, supportive team atmosphere.…