Nutrition Services Food Porter
Covenant WoodsRole Overview
Covenant Woods is hiring a mid-level Nutrition Services Food Porter. This is a full-time role in Mechanicsville. posted 3 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Join the dedicated team at Covenant Woods, a premier continuing care retirement community in Mechanicsville. We are seeking a dependable and service-oriented Part-Time Nutrition Services Food Porter to support our culinary and dining services team. The Nutrition Services Food Porter is responsible for food counts and the delivery of meals, desserts, beverages, and salads to designated dining areas. This role supports daily kitchen operations including stocking, cleaning, food preparation support, equipment care, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and sanitation in accordance with Covenant Woods and Virginia Department of Health guidelines.
Schedule
- Weekends and one day during the week
Essential Responsibilities
- Retrieve food items from the kitchen and deliver to appropriate dining rooms
- Follow all food safety procedures including proper hand washing, hair covering, cross-contamination prevention, and proper cooking temperature standards
- Read menus to ensure special orders are delivered accurately
- Maintain and stock kitchen areas
- Clean and sanitize refrigerators, freezers, induction equipment, juice machines, coffee machines, countertops, and other kitchen equipment
- Ensure food is properly labeled and dated
- Retrieve pans and kitchen equipment at the end of each meal
- Clean assigned kitchen floors at the end of each shift
- Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance concerns to management
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Strong communication skills with residents and coworkers
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- ServSafe certification preferredfjlksfjsfdjfsjhfidhfhsdfofkjsflkdjfkdsjhds
Why Join Covenant Woods?
- Competitive pay
- Paid time off
- Supportive, team-focused environment
At Covenant Woods, our team members play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming, and exceptional dining experience for our residents. If you are reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to quality service, we encourage you to apply today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Nutrition Services Food Porter position at Covenant Woods?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Covenant Woods. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Nutrition Services Food Porter position at Covenant Woods located?
This position is based in Mechanicsville. Covenant Woods has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Nutrition Services Food Porter at Covenant Woods earn?
Covenant Woods has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Nutrition Services Food Porter role at Covenant Woods posted?
This role was posted on June 11, 2026 (3 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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