Dining Services Associate - Career Fair & Open House

$15.60 - $18.31 / hour

CAREER FAIR & OPEN HOUSE

Elderwood at Ticonderoga
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
101 Adirondack Dr Ste 3, Ticonderoga, NY 12883

Your Next Career Could Start Today

Join us for an exciting day of opportunity and connection at Elderwood at Ticonderoga's Career Fair & Open House.
Meet department leaders, explore our facility, and discover what makes Elderwood a rewarding place to grow your career.

Same-day interviews available - leave with an offer!

Now Hiring:

Dining Services Associates

• Job Status: Full Time & Part Time

Our Mission & Values

At Elderwood, our mission is People Caring for People.
Our values - Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence - are at the heart of everything we do.
We strive to be the partner of choice not only for our residents and their families, but also for our valued employees.

Why Join Elderwood?

We are committed to providing exceptional care and compassion to our residents - and that starts with supporting our team.
Our environment is designed to help healthcare professionals thrive and make a meaningful impact every day.

Here's what we offer:

• Competitive Salary: Pay rates commensurate with experience.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus retirement plans for full-time staff.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options including day, evening, and night shifts.

• Professional Growth: Continuing education, certification programs, and career advancement opportunities.

• Supportive Environment: A positive, respectful team atmosphere that feels like family.

Additional Benefits:

• Earn 11% more with our Pay in Lieu of Benefits program (higher base pay)

• Shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends

• Tuition reimbursement programs

• Employee referral bonus - up to $2,000

• 401(k) with employer match

• PTO & holiday package

• Full suite of health benefits

Event Highlights:

• Meet our hiring managers and department representatives

• Explore open positions and benefit packages

• Guided tours of our facility throughout the day

• Experience firsthand our mission of People Caring for People

All Are Welcome!

Whether you're an experienced healthcare professional or exploring a new career path, come see why so many choose Elderwood.

Join our strong and growing company today!

Dining Services Associate Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of meals to residents according to department policies and position assignment.

• Adhere to residents' diet orders, including texture/consistency modifications and menu preferences during food and beverage preparation and service.

• Perform all duties of the assigned position during scheduled shifts, complying with safety regulations and standards of practice.

• Serve meals to residents in dining areas following seating charts and tray ticket instructions, as applicable.

• Assist with care and maintenance of kitchen environment and equipment.

• Regularly contribute to and actively participate in facility and department staff meetings and in-services.

• May communicate with residents and family members regarding meal service quality.

• Utilize the electronic timekeeping system as directed.

• Arrive on time and work as scheduled.

• Follow facility dress code including wearing name tag at all times.

• Adhere to policies regarding electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.

• Support and abide by Elderwood's Mission, Vision, and Values.

• Comply with Elderwood's business code of conduct, compliance, and HIPAA policies.

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff, or Administrator.

Dining Services Associate Qualifications:

• 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.

• High school 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.