Kitchen Assistant/Dishwasher

*Our Company * Allegro Management Company is a well-respected leader and expert in the senior living industry with a long-standing reputation of efficiently managing senior communities.
Allegro Management Company operates communities throughout Florida and Kentucky, with a home office in St.
Louis, MO.
*Our Community * Located on the banks of Lake Frances in Tavares, Osprey Lodge offers a retreat to an uplifting lifestyle in the rolling hills of central Florida.
Designed with the rustic warmth of a Colorado lodge, we serve residents in the region surrounding Tavares, Mount Dora, Eustis, Leesburg, Lady Lake and Lake Mary.
Now managed by Allegro, we have a fresh perspective that just might change the way you think about senior living.
You’ll notice our unique approach in the lifestyles and culture that emanate from our community.
We provide high-quality health care services and an environment of socialization and volunteerism that provides connections to the people and pursuits that make life worthwhile.
More than simply a place to live, Osprey Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care offers a remarkable lifestyle of comfort, warmth and care that our residents deserve.
We invite you to discover the caring, engaging and uplifting way of life at Osprey Lodge.
The primary responsibility of the Kitchen Assistant is to set tables, bus tables, wash dishes, assist the Cook as needed and complete cleaning duties.
Maintaining a clean kitchen/dining area and a positive social environment for the residents are most important.
*Areas of Responsibility* * Thoroughly wash all dishes, cookware, flatware and utensils.
* Properly maintain all dishwashing equipment.
* Monitor water temperature and/or chemical compounds as appropriate to ensure the prevention of food borne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
* Clean all work areas following established cleaning schedules.
* Prepare, wash and store dishes following each meal.
* Assist in serving, if needed.
* Assist Cooks in preparing foods and cleaning food serving areas and equipment.
* Set up serving carts for each meal as required.
* Assist in busing tables and prepare dishes for washing.
* Clean dining room tables and chairs.
Vacuum and clean dining room area.
* Assist serving associates in preparing the dining room for the next meal service.
* Assist in laundering and pressing linens and other washable items used in the Dining Services area.
* Deliver and retrieve trays to resident apartments as needed.
* Work as part of the Dining Services team to ensure smooth, efficient and safe operation of the kitchen.
* Help contribute to high quality Dining Services operations by paying attention to food presentation and taste, and courteous responses to residents and associates during meal service.
* Adhere to prescribed sanitation practices and procedures.
* Attend and participate in all meetings and training as directed by Company policy and the Dining Services Director.
* Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when on duty.
* Be constantly watchful of signs that residents are not able to function independently or a change in resident’s behavior.
Report all signs to the Dining Services Director following the Company policies and procedures.
* Report any and all deferred maintenance, vandalism or hazardous situations to the Dining Services Director as discovered and take appropriate action as necessary.
* Ensure understanding of and compliance with all regulations regarding residents’ rights.
* Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident, associate, Community and Company information deemed as such.
* Other duties as assigned.
*Special Requirements/Certifications: * * Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Minimum one (1) year of related food serving experience preferred.
* Must pay attention to detail, be flexible/adaptable, have safety awareness, and be a team player.
* Must possess good organizational, rapport building, and communication skills.
* Must possess, or be willing to obtain, current food handler permit and certification of Hepatitis A vaccinations where required.
* Must have a positive Criminal Background Screening.
* Must pass a physical having no signs or symptoms of a communicable disease including tuberculosis where required.
Freedom from tuberculosis must be documented on an annual basis where required.
* The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.
Allegro Senior Living offers a wide variety of competitive benefit options to meet the needs of each associate.
Allegro is an EOE-(Equal Opportunity Employer) and drug-free workplace.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $12.
50 per hour Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Shift: * Evening shift * Morning shift Weekly day range: * Every weekend * Monday to Friday * Rotating weekends * Weekends only Application Question(s): * Please list any days you are unable to work.
* Are you looking for full time or part time? Work Location: In person