Dining Assistant

Hiawatha Care Center is actively hiring Dining Assistants to support residents during mealtimes by providing compassionate dining assistance and ensuring a positive dining experience. The Dining Assistant plays an important role in promoting resident nutrition, comfort, and independence while assisting with meal service. If you enjoy helping others and are looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity, we'd love to have you join our team.

What We Offer

Compensation: $15 per hour

Additional Pay

• Eligible for an additional $5 per hour worked on Saturday and Sunday (Weekend Bonus)

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Schedule and Employment Type

• Part-Time Days (7:45AM - 9:30AM) & (11:45AM - 1:30PM) | Splith Shift and must be available to work both Breakfast and Lunch shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with eating and drinking during mealtimes

• Encourage resident independence while providing assistance as needed

• Set up dining areas before meal service

• Assist with serving meals and beverages

• Ensure residents receive the appropriate meals and dining assistance

• Clear tables and assist with dining room cleanup after meals

• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment

• Observe residents during meals and report concerns to nursing staff

• Provide compassionate, respectful, and resident-centered service

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient with a desire to help others

• Excellent customer service and communication skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Reliable attendance and dependable work ethic

• Previous experience in healthcare, food service, or customer service is preferred, but not required

If you are a compassionate Dining Assistant who enjoys helping residents during mealtimes, apply today to join the Hiawatha Care Center team!