Senior Dining Aide

SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting with the daily operation of the Senior Dining Program, including meal preparation and service, participant registration, attendance tracking, collection of participant contributions, and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for older adults.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Receives, warms, and serves meals provided through the Erie County Senior Dining Program in accordance with established food safety guidelines.

Sets up and breaks down dining areas before and after meal service.

Greets participants and creates a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for seniors.

Maintains daily attendance records and completes all required program documentation accurately and timely.

Collects and records participant contributions in accordance with program procedures.

Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation, serving, and dining areas.

Monitors meal counts and reports shortages, delivery issues, or concerns to the supervisor.

Assists participants during meal service and provides general support as needed.

Distributes program information, announcements, and educational materials to participants.

Monitors participant well-being and reports concerns, accidents, incidents, or emergencies to the supervisor.

Maintains inventory of program supplies and reports needs to the supervisor.

Completes daily reports and other required documentation.

Performs all other duties as assigned.