Utility Aide

Join our dynamic Kitchen team at JGS Lifecare, where every day brings excitement and the chance to make a difference in the lives of our residents.

As a Utility Aide, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our dietary facility by assisting with food prep, dishwashing, and ensuring cleanliness.

This onsite position provides a unique opportunity for students or anyone looking for flexible part-time, full-time, or per-diem work while gaining hands-on experience in healthcare.

Your contributions will directly impact the quality of care we provide to our community. The pay for this role ranges from $15 to $17, making it an attractive position for those who wish to contribute in a meaningful way.

You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, 403 B, company paid trips, tuition reimbursement, free groceries every Friday, and and Birthdays off with pay.

If you’re passionate about teamwork, innovation, and high performance in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply today!

A little about JGS Lifecare

JGS Lifecare, located in the quaint town of Longmeadow, MA, has been the proud caretaker of the elderly within the local community for over 100 years! Founded on the Jewish principle of respecting age as a blessing, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering the best in elder care services to people of every faith and every background.

So as we enter our second century, we are excited to introduce a new range of services and updates to serve our life-long commitment to our community.

Our spacious campus has a full-array of services including Skilled Nursing, Senior Living and Community programs that consist of traditional long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, assisted living, hospice and day health support services.

Our employees are an outstanding team of professionals who go above-and-beyond each day with their compassionate care to our residents and the individuals we serve.

Your day as a Utility Aide

As a Utility Aide at JGS Lifecare, your day-to-day expectations will involve a variety of essential tasks to support our dietary team and ensure the smooth operation of our kitchen facility.

You will assist in food prep activities, preparing ingredients and assisting cooks to create delicious meals for our residents.

Maintaining cleanliness is paramount; you will be responsible for dishwashing and ensuring that all kitchen utensils and equipment are sanitized and ready for use.

Additionally, you will help manage utility tasks such as organizing inventory, restocking supplies, and transporting materials within the facility.

Engaging with your teammates and demonstrating a problem-solving mindset will be important, as you’ll collaborate to maintain a safe and efficient kitchen environment.

Working in a fast-paced setting, your contributions will help us uphold our commitment to excellence in resident care.

Requirements for this Utility Aide job

To be successful in the Utility Aide position at JGS Lifecare, several key skills are essential. A strong attention to detail will help ensure that food prep and cleanliness standards are consistently met, promoting safety and satisfaction among our residents.

Excellent communication skills are crucial for effective teamwork as you collaborate daily with dietary staff and other team members.

Being an empathetic and customer-centric individual will enhance your ability to understand the needs of our residents, ensuring their dietary preferences are respected.

A proactive attitude and problem-solving mindset are also vital, allowing you to address challenges as they arise in the fast-paced kitchen environment.

Additionally, organization skills will help you keep the facility running smoothly, from managing supplies to maintaining workflow efficiency.

Embracing a flexible approach will enable you to adapt to various tasks and responsibilities throughout your shifts.

Your next step

We’re looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you’re passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Don’t wait apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with endless possibilities.

Let’s work together to make great things happen!