DINING SERVICES TEAM LEAD

Celebrated as the #2 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2024 by The Washington Post, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 65 countries.

Goodwin Living ranks #2 thanks to team members who respond to an annual survey conducted by a neutral, third-party resource. Here are some reasons they honor us with this ranking:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice. 
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential. 
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and value

About the Position:

This position is primarily responsible for leading a team of employees in the Dining Services operation.  In this role, the successful candidate will display leadership qualities at all times, and provide assistance to all customers as needed.  Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, the Main Dining Room, Healthcare Dining Room, Assisted Living, catering and merchandising functions.

This positions hours are 11am-7pm

Job Duties:

• Monitors daily job activities.
• Monitors compliance with all appropriate Federal, Stare and Local regulatory standards.
• Maintains effective resident relations always making resident care our first priority.\
• Monitors sanitation of the entire Dining Services operation ensuring daily and weekly cleaning assignments are completed and all equipment is cleaned thoroughly.
• Providing assistance in Main dining room, Healthcare Dining,  catering functions and special events as necessary.
• Contributes extensively toward achieving the vision, values, goals and objectives of both the Dining Service Department and TVA
• Treats all persons with respect and is a “team player” within department and within organization.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent required with at least three years food service experience preferred.
• Experience in an institutional food service preferred.
• Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with staff, residents, and others.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Must use discretion and independent judgment when performing job duties.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

A sampling of our many benefits!

We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has inspired our team members to vote us into the Washington Post Top Workplace rankings since 2019, and they made us #2 in 2024!

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.