Food Service Assistant, Long Term Care; LTC

Food Service Assistant, Long Term Care (LTC)

Join our not‑for‑profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS SD New Underwood
Location: New Underwood, SD
Address: 412 S Madison Ave, New Underwood, SD 57761, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly

Hours:

40.00
Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.50 per hour

The Food Service Assistant is responsible for monitoring and recording proper food temperature, setting up and maintaining a clean and sanitized serving area, preparing and serving food items, restocking food areas, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, receiving payment using a computerized register, and other related responsibilities. The role complies with HACCP guidelines, provides outstanding customer service, communicates effectively with patrons and co‑workers, and establishes effective working relationships.

• Monitors and records proper temperature of food.
• Sets up and maintains a clean and sanitized serving area.
• Prepares and serves food items.
• Restocks food areas.
• Cleans and sanitizes equipment.
• Receives payment for food and beverages using a computerized register.
• Operates equipment such as grills, beverage machines, toasters, ice‑cream dispensers, cash registers, steam equipment, dishwashers, refrigerators, and freezers.

• Minimum age 16 years.
• Previous customer service experience or retail counting and reconciliation of money preferred.
• Knowledge of food service preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work independently when necessary.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation processes.
• Ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances.
• On‑the‑job training will be provided;
  Serv Safe certification may be required depending on location;
  Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required depending on location requirements.

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time employees, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time‑off package. For more information, visit

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer. M/F Disability/Vet. If you have a disability and need accommodation for your online application, call 1‑877‑673‑0854 or email talent.

The Good Samaritan has a Drug‑Free Workplace Policy. All selected applicants will undergo a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening.

Job Reference: R‑0243771