* Assists in food preparation and food service to residents. * Prepares and delivers food substitutions to residents as needed and assists residents in setting up meal tray as needed. * Serves food in accordance with established portion control procedures and is responsible for ensuring diet and preferences are followed accurately for each resident. * Ensures proper sanitation and storage of kitchen equipment, food and supplies. * Ensures that food temperatures are maintained at proper levels throughout service, and storage. * Responsible for sanitation of kitchen work areas; will keep them clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc. * Carries out garbage, cleans equipment, work tables, ranges, utensils, pots and pans, floors, and so forth as assigned. * May transport food carts to and from resident areas as needed. * Performs dishwashing and cleaning procedures. * Documents food, refrigerator, freezer temperatures. * Tests dish machine sanitization and documents accordingly. Will report any discrepancies of normal function to supervisor/maintenance department immediately. Education: High school diploma or GED Experience: Previous customer service and dining service experience preferred