RESPONSIBLE TO: Production Manager, Food Service Manager, Dietician, Diet Technician and cooks when no other supervisor is on duty. WORK AREA: Kitchen, Dining Room, Storeroom, Serving Area, Dishwashing Area GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Wait staff are responsible for all aspects of meal service to the residents, from setting tables to clean up after the meal. Also responsible for cleaning in the kitchen and other work areas. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Must be available to periodically work more than eight (8) hours per day or more than forty (40) hours per week. To assist in or perform all necessary aspects of service to the residents to ensure prompt delivery of meals as stated in the various work routines. Performs cleaning duties in kitchen, serving areas and dining room as scheduled and directed. Cross trained in Utility Aide duties. Assist in the dish room, racking dishes, unloading dish machine, washing pots and pans. Providing adequate, prompt and accurate assistance as directed in specific or general functions. Complying with established policies and procedures and sanitary standards. Existing employees must have a satisfactory work record in their prior positions. Other related duties that may become necessary or as directed by the supervisor, department head and/or administration. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: See attached physical job description. WORKING CONDITIONS: Well-lighted work areas Stands and walks short distances most of the day Subject to cold and hot temperatures in kitchen and storerooms. Subject to burns, cuts and falls. Lifting, carrying and moving foods, supplies and equipment. PERSONNEL SPECIFICATIONS: Ability to read, write and speak English Ability to lift up to 45 pounds Ability to follow directions and work in close cooperation with others. Initiative to work independently to correctly complete the duties required of the job. Ability to be comfortable working in close cooperation with our residents.