Residential Living Assistant jobs in Pittsfield, MA

Looking to work a few extra hours? Do you want to work somewhere meaningful, where you make a difference in people’s lives every day? We are looking for a positive, team-oriented individual who enjoys being with seniors and has experience providing quality food service.

We have a part-time, 8 hour per week, kitchen assistant position. This position works two 6:30am-2:30pm shifts, Saturday and Sunday, every other weekend.

Valley Cares, Inc. provides quality affordable senior housing and supportive services. We are conveniently located less than 20 miles from Brattleboro, Bellows Falls and Londonderry, VT. We are an equal opportunity employer. All employees must pass background checks.

Benefits

Part-time employees receive competitive pay with excellent benefits, including

• Aflac insurance options,
• vision insurance,
• paid breaks,
• Employee Assistance Program
• a matching retirement plan and more!

Responsibilities and Duties

Assist in food preparation and service in accordance with residents’ dietary needs and the facility menu. Assist in proper receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation and cleaning procedures.

Qualifications and Skills

- Must be able to interact with residents in a courteous, respectful and friendly manner

- Able to organize and utilize time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision

- At least 1 year of food service experience preferred (but we will train the right person!)

- Must be at least 18 years of age

- Must have reliable transportation

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends only

Experience:

• Food service: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Townshend, VT 05353 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Townshend, VT 05353: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person