$1,000 HIRING BONUS*

Are you an experienced Food Service Associate looking to work for an amazing organization by serving others and connecting with your co-workers?

Immanuel Communities is seeking an experienced Full-time Food Service Associate to work in our long term care dining area at Deerfield, located at 13731 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50323.  Deerfield has 122 independent living apartment homes, 32 independent living patio homes, 20 assisted living, 24 residential care apartment homes and 30 long-term care/skilled nursing suites. Must be at least 18 years old and able to work Saturdays and Sundays and have open availability during the week, for approximately 40 hours/week. The shifts will be either 7:00am-2:00pm or 4:00pm to 7:30pm. Minimum of one year experience as a food service associate/dietary aide in a health care setting is required.

This position will pay up to $18.31/hour (straight pay/no tips) plus a $1,000 HIRING BONUS (conditions apply*).  Pay will be based upon experience, certifications, skills and education.

Best in Class Benefits can be found at Immanuel:

• HEALTH: Medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• LIFE INSURANCE: Employer Paid Life Insurance
• TIME OFF: Paid Time Off - accruing from day one of employment, Floating Holidays, Paid Holidays, 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off per year
• RETIREMENT: 401K with employer match
• WELLNESS: Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
• GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT: Advancement opportunities (as appropriate) – we look to grow from within our organization, Education Assistance Program – we invest up to $5,250 per year for education assistance paid up front
• Plus many more benefits!

What You Will Do

As a Lead Food Service Associate responsibilities include working independently as a lead in dining services and ensuring food safety compliance. Prepares tables for meals, refilling containers, clearing dishes, handling food safely, attending to residents’ needs, training new dining room staff, and ensuring other Food Service Associates are completing tasks in a timely and appropriate manner. Facilitates a pleasant dining experience for the residents and guests who dine at the community. Will serve as backup to Team Lead of Food & Nutrition Services, perform float shift duties (when scheduled), and cover in the pantries, when needed. 

Skills & Requirements

One (1) year long term care dining room serving experience is required.

Must be comfortable utilizing computer applications for intakes, data entry, word processing/printing, and completing food orders online. 

Strong communication and leadership skills required.

Minimum age of 18 years old required.

At Immanuel, we believe that our success is built on the collective strength of our people.  Here’s why you’ll thrive as part of our team:

•  Meaningful work: You won’t just have a job; you will have a purpose.  Our Mission impacts the lives of our residents/participants and their families, one another, and our community.
• Growth Opportunities: We invest in your development.  Whether it’s mentorship, training, or advancement, we’re committed to your growth.
• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate uniqueness and foster an environment where everyone feels valued.
• Work-Life Harmony: We believe in allowing you to thrive by leveraging your passion.  Achieve your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life harmony.
• Total Rewards: A focus on feedback and recognition, competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and perks beyond the basics.
• Intentional Experience: We are very intentional about your employee experience, from Day One Orientation to how we onboard new managers and invest in quarterly and annual leadership training.  

 Join us at Immanuel and be a part of something extraordinary.  Your journey starts here.

• Immanuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
• A background check and drug screen will be required prior to hire.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.