OPEN INTERVIEWS - Dining Services Jobs

$16.10 / Hourly - $18.31 / Hourly

OPEN INTERVIEWS - Dining Services Jobs

Elderwood at Waverly | Walk In & Get Hired Faster

Make a Difference Right Here in Waverly

At Elderwood at Waverly, our Dining Services team does more than serve meals - they create moments of comfort, connection, and dignity for our residents every single day. If you're dependable, friendly, and enjoy working with people, we'd love to meet you.

Open Interview Event Location:

Elderwood at Waverly

37 N. Chemung St, Waverly, NY

Date: Thursday, April 23

Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Walk in, no appointment needed

What to Expect at the Event

On-the-spot interviews with hiring managers
• Immediate feedback and next steps
• Opportunities for full-time and part-time positions
• Same-day verbal offers for qualified candidates (official offers within 72 hours).

What You'll Do

• Serve meals to residents with care and respect
• Assist with food preparation and kitchen support
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment
• Be part of a team that supports residents' daily routines

If you've worked as a Dietary Aide, Food Service Worker, or in a kitchen setting, you already have the skills to succeed in this role.

Why Elderwood at Waverly

• Work close to home in a tight-knit community
• Be part of a team where people truly care about each other
• Build relationships with residents who depend on you
• Opportunities for growth into healthcare careers

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay (based on experience)
• Shift differentials available
• Benefits available for eligible positions
• Paid training and growth opportunities

Why This Role Matters

For many of our residents, mealtime is the highlight of their day.

Your presence, your kindness, and your attention make a real difference.

Walk In. Interview. Start Something Meaningful.

No resume? No problem - just bring yourself.

OPEN INTERVIEWS - Dining Services Jobs

1. 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.

OPEN INTERVIEWS - Dining Services Jobs

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• Employment Certificate/Permit required for applicable individuals
• Prior customer service experience
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain
• Physical stamina necessary for constant activity
• HS diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior food service, hospitality, serving, or restaurant experience desired

• 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.

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.