Job Description:
Position Title: Lead Utility Steward
Location: Roslindale
Title of Immediate Supervisor: Executive Chef
I. Position Summary
The Lead Utility Steward is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and basic maintenance of kitchen and dishwashing equipment across all kitchens, cafés, and country kitchens. This role supports safe foodservice operations by ensuring full compliance with the Department of Public Health, Board of Health, and internal sanitation standards. The Lead Utility Steward also provides functional guidance and training support to Utility Steward staff.
II. Key Responsibilities
Operations and Maintenance
Ensure that all kitchen and dishwashing equipment is thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and maintained in accordance with the standards established by the Board of Health and internal protocols.
Assign and verify daily, weekly, or regularly scheduled deep-cleaning tasks in the kitchen area.
Check the accuracy and completeness of temperature, sanitation, and cleaning logs.
Identify, report, and assist in resolving all kitchen and dishwashing equipment repair or maintenance issues in a timely manner.
Develop, follow, and maintain opening and closing sanitation checklists.
Training and Functional Leadership
Support the onboarding, training, and mentoring of Utility Steward employees.
Model proper sanitation practices and safe equipment usage.
Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors and team members regarding operational needs, safety concerns, and supply shortages.
Inventory and Supplies
Maintain weekly inventory of cleaning and sanitation supplies.
Coordinate equipment and supply needs with department leadership to ensure adequate availability and proper distribution.
Maintain proper stock rotation and storage of cleaning and sanitation supplies.
Event and Catering Support
Execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) accurately and within required timelines.
Support dining and event operations by ensuring proper setup, equipment readiness, and cleanliness.
General Support
Maintain adequate chemicals, cleaning supplies, and equipment in the Country Kitchen, Café, and other designated areas.
Prepare and finalize the equipment request for catering or a special event.
Attend required in-service training, safety meetings, and regulatory education sessions.
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned by the Dietary Manager, Chef Manager, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Chef.
III. Core Competencies
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to read, speak, and understand basic English.
Working knowledge of Department of Public Health and Board of Health sanitation regulations.
Ability to work across multiple foodservice outlets and adapt to changing operational needs.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs).
Demonstrated ability to train, guide, and support new employees effectively.
IV. Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a quality foodservice operation preferred.
Current ServSafe Food Handler Certification required.
V. Physical Requirements (ADA)
Ability to stand for extended periods and walk short distances throughout the workday.
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting of kitchen equipment and supplies.
Ability to tolerate temperature changes when entering and exiting refrigerated and freezer areas.
Must successfully pass a food handler's physical examination.
Remote Type:
On-siteSalary Range:
$35,693.00 - $53,539.00 Read LessJob Description:
Position Summary:The Interfaith Chaplain/Rabbi of Orchard Cove is one of the primary leaders of creating a welcoming and affirming community to all who live at Orchard Cove, inclusive of many backgrounds and preferences. They take part in transforming the experience of aging by providing pastoral care to all residents through their celebrations, grief, and hardships. This is also accomplished through cultivating vibrant and compelling options for educational, spiritual, cultural, and religious expression guided by what matters most to all residents. As a Rabbi, this person will lead weekly Friday night services, the annual High Holy Day services, and all other Jewish holiday services, shaped by the preferences of those who participate.
Core Competencies: Ability to initiate, establish, and deepen pastoral relationships with diverse individuals.Excellent interpersonal and team building skills.Coordination, administration, and planning of complex programs.Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Deeply passionate about transforming the aging journey.High level of individual initiative and creativity, while thriving working across interdisciplinary teams .Accuracy and attention to detail.Experience working with diverse populationsAbility to lead Jewish ritual and life cycle events, including prayer services in Hebrew.Excellent teaching skills, including the ability to teach primary Jewish texts.Self-starter. Ability to adapt to new and changing circumstances. Position Responsibilities: Serve as the interfaith chaplain with a focus on the needs of those facing life transitions, celebrations, grief, and hardships.Serve the community through "milieu chaplaincy," having a positive presence throughout the community at key events and in the day to day. Create and lead educational and spiritual programming that supports the spiritual life and needs of a diverse community.Create community practices and programs to mark joyous occasions and key celebrations throughout the year.Lead the annual memorial service, and find ways to support residents, families, and staff through daily challenges and loss.Foster conversations and gatherings which continue to create a community which is welcoming and inclusive to all individuals with a range of backgrounds and preferences.Lead weekly Friday night services.Lead the High Holy Day services, and other Jewish holiday services.Serve as support for staff in their daily celebrations and hardships.Complete other projects as assigned. Qualifications: Chaplaincy training and experience requiredRabbinic ordination strongly preferredExperience leading (and with knowledge of) Jewish prayer services and life cycle ceremoniesPassion for transforming the experience of aging, and helping older adults live their best lives possiblePrevious knowledge and experience working with elders and their familiesAbility to work independently and as part of several interdisciplinary teamsFlexibility to meet assigned work, and take on new challenges as they ariseRemote Type
Salary Range:
$64,736.10 - $97,104.68 Read LessJob Description:
Hybrid schedule: 3 days on-site
I. Position Summary
Hebrew SeniorLife is seeking a talented, dynamic, and entrepreneurial Development Assistant to join our Development and Board Relations team. This individual will play a key role in supporting development operations, major gifts and event planning initiatives. The ideal candidate will have one to four years of development experience (or comparable experience) and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Reporting directly to the Research and Database System Manager, the Development Assistant will serve as a central resource for the entire Development and Board Relations team. This role is essential in helping the team increase capacity and achieve strategic fundraising goals through strong administrative support, project coordination, and effective workflow management.
We are looking for a team player who takes initiative, demonstrates excellent organizational and communication skills, respond to requests from a variety of colleagues, and can manage multiple priorities with precision and professionalism. The successful candidate will exhibit strong emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and the discretion required to handle confidential information.
II. Position Responsibilities
Operations
Performs aspects of donor prospect research, as assigned by the Research and Database System ManagerProcesses Meditech data into Raiser's Edge (RE)Updates RE to reflect changes in housing residents (move-ins/move-outs)Uses research tools to create prospect profiles, codes and adds researched prospects / profile information appropriately in RE, links profiles to individual recordsConducts in-house research to verify address changesConducts in-house research to verify updates suggested through the National Change of Address (NCOA)/Address Updater and DeceasedFinder reports and email changesDownloads Media attachments from RE into designated folder on the shared driveUpdates/Adds non-solicitor relationships as neededCreates new records as neededRuns quarterly queries created for clean-up purposes to maintain database hygieneSupports and serves as backup to the Research and Database Systems Manager for Luminate-related tasksManages the Religious Memorials ProgramHandles Weekly Yahrzeit MailingCommunicates weekly list to Engineering regarding lights to be lit in the Synagogue for daily Yahrzeit observanceOrders new Synagogue Plaques and arranges for them to be hungAssists with coordination of team projects, including but not limited to all staff meeting speakers, Goals and Progress Summary (GPS)/bonus-related forms/review dates, Development team resources (handbooks, templates, trainings, contact lists), Workday and technical assistance.Increases the annual giving program's capacity, under the direction of the Associate Director, Annual GivingMakes annual fund calls to donors as neededSupports in-house appealsStewardship
Drafts thank you letters, ensuring timely and personalized appreciation for giftsCreates reports/updates that demonstrate the impact of donor contributionsWorks with frontline fundraisers to carry out prospect and donor stewardship plans, including tracking donor visits and engagementUtilizes Raiser's Edge to track stewardship activityAssists Events team on small stewardship events as neededMaintains policies and procedures related to stewardshipOwns production of annual volunteer leader holiday cards from start to finishRuns monthly milestone report, sharing results with appropriate development team members.Works with colleagues to produce/send milestone letters and gifts to donors and volunteer leadersGeneral
Identifies as a key member of the Development and Board Relations team, develops positive working relationships with all members of the team, and participates in all staff meetings/eventsRemains educated and informed of organization's missions, goals, programs and case for givingEstablishes processes as needed to simplify recurring work and to create efficiencies, including regular upkeep of the Departmental ManualIV. Qualifications
Education and experience
Bachelor's degree and 1 to 4 years of development experience (or comparable experience)
Preferred Skills/Qualifications
Ability to anticipate the needs and be proactive about achieving themHigh proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database programs (experience working with Raiser's Edge is a plus)Strong project management skills with proficiency in prioritizing conflicting needs and managing projects to successful completion that require input from multiple people and resources with tight time constraints and frequent interruptionsExcellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environmentDesire to work as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced, customer focused, entrepreneurial environmentExcellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively and diplomaticallyStrong independent judgment and discretion in appropriately handling sensitive issues and confidential informationRemote Type:
HybridSalary Range:
$22.34 - $31.27 Read LessJob Description:
Position Summary:Responsible for preparation and execution of cleaning, maintenance and proper usage of all kitchen equipment in all outlets. Responsible for ensuring all kitchen equipment is working properly and up to standards set forth by Board of Health.
Position Responsibilities: Ensure that the kitchen and surrounding areas are kept clean, organizes, and maintained.Responsible for preparation and execution of cleaning, maintaining, and properly using all kitchen equipment in all outlets.Properly conduct cleaning and maintenance of all equipment under standards set forth by Chief Utility Steward, Executive Chef, and Board of Health regulations.Responsible for cleaning projects that are assigned on a daily basisAssists Chief Utility Steward with weekly inventories of all cleaning supplies including but not limited to hand soap and dishwashing detergent.Develop and maintain an opening and closing sanitation checklistLearn the entire campus and participate in delivery of food to de distributed around the campus.Wash all dishes, silverware, glassware, pots and pans and ensure their cleanliness and sanitary.Run errands as needed.Attends in-service training sessions together with co-workers to keep abreast with current knowledge in the field of nutrition and dietary related personnel, as well as general in-services.Develop and maintain a close and effective working relationship with all supporting departments.Performs assigned job related duties or special projects assigned by the Executive Chef and Chief Utility Steward. Puts away food product and properly rotates stock of all perishable and non-perishable items.Clean vegetables; assist in food preparation as necessary Core Competencies: Ability to communicate with management about any aspect of the job.Ability to read, speak, and understand basic English. Qualifications: High School Degree or Equivalent. At least one year in a quality food service operation is preferred.Must attend or be Food Handler aware. Physical Requirements (ADA Requirements)Stands much of the time. Walks short distances. Stoops for, reaches for, and lifts food and equipment. Must be able to withstand changes in temperature when going in and out of the walk-in refrigerator. Must pass food handlers' physical examination
Flexible Hours/Available on Weekends.
Remote Type
Salary Range:
$16.16 - $24.99 Read LessJob Description:
The Executive Director is a key member of Hebrew SeniorLife's (HSL) Senior Living leadership team and HSL's senior staff, and as such is responsible for all aspects of the business for the community they manage. These responsibilities include but are not limited to financial management, employee engagement, retention and development, resident well-being and engagement, quality assurance, family relations, and regulatory compliance.
Core Competencies:
Strategic Orientation: Anticipates market, customer, industry and economic trends, issues and development, and takes the initiative to identify new innovative opportunities to create competitive advantage for the organization.Results Orientation: Focuses on delivering superior performance by setting and achieving stretch goals.Organizational Know-how-understands and uses formal structure, important relationships and culture within HSL and with external customers to accomplish work objectives and outcomes.Impact and Influence: Persuades, convinces, and enlists others to support and adopt a course of action or direction in support of organizational goals.Customer Service Orientation: Takes personal responsibility for understanding the real and underlying needs of customers' and anticipating and meeting their expectations to establish viable, long-term relationships.Teamwork and Collaboration: Works effectively within a team, group and across the organization and accomplishes tasks and desired results while behaving constructively as opposed to separately and competitively.Building People Capability: Develops and empowers others to ensure a ready and skilled supply of talent to meet future business needs.Change Leadership: Creates direction and purpose for others, energizing, motivating and inspiring them to support organizational change initiatives.Communication: Absorbs, comprehends and exchanges information effectively with others, enhancing mutual understanding of ideas, issues and desired action.Managing Complexity: Uses experience, knowledge and training to manage effectively in increasingly difficult and ambiguous situations, making the best decisions possible at the time.Innovation and Creativity: Develops, implements, sponsors or supports new and improved methods, procedures, products, processes, solutions, etc. to improve performance.
Community Responsibilities
Provides strategic and tactical leadership to optimize performance and effectiveness Develops and rolls out new initiatives, establishes and maintains relationships, and achieves financial results which align with HSL's goals and objectives Creates, in alignment with our mission and values, a positive atmosphere in the community for residents, family and friends, and employees Manages and is accountable for financial performance including setting and meeting goals related to occupancy, EBITDA, cash flow, and capital.Oversees capital expense planning, budgeting, and project execution consistent with site capital needs assessment and organization-wide goals.Partners with R3 Program Leadership to ensure alignment with model and fulfillment of key componentsManages relationships and conducts contract negotiations with vendors in conjunction with HSL central purchasing. Seeks to utilize minority and women owned businesses and labor, consistent with organizational goals. In partnership with the EVP, Senior Living, develops long-range objectives and strategies for the community including the development of the annual operating budget, including census, payroll, staffing and capital forecasts as well as growth opportunities Motivates employees through staff appreciation and recognition, consistently promotes positive employee relations and professional growth, and resolves grievances in a proactive manner Effectively supports employee wellbeing by implementing programs and initiatives that meet staff needs and responding to feedback from employee engagement surveys Assures that resident services reflect the highest quality in conformance with federal and state law and HSL standards Leads all aspects of the operation to ensure compliance with HSL policies and procedures, safety and fair housing guidelines, and to mitigate risk Establishes the goals and priorities and oversees the implementation of all associated initiatives. Develops a positive rapport with all state and local regulatory representatives, emergency responders, government officials, public agencies including HUD and MassHousing, and community groupsReviews and ensures accuracy and timeliness of required HUD reporting Ensures the delivery of quality care and services and promotes positive resident and family relations, responding promptly and appropriately to resident needs, requests and concerns Establishes and ensures effectiveness of the community emergency preparedness plan Encourages resident interaction and promotes a culture that focuses on what matters most to each resident Maintains positive relationships with residents, family members, and prospective residents, acting as a point of escalation for all issues, including resident grievances.Reviews reports and trends related to resident issues and takes appropriate actionEnsures that marketing strategies are appropriate and that census goals are met, including monitoring of timely and efficient apartment turnoversAdditional Organizational Responsibilities
Builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues across the organization, including shared services teams and other sitesWorks closely with executive directors of other HSL senior living communities to establish best practices, coordinate initiatives, and enhance operations Demonstrates the ability to identify and build relationships within the local area Oversees coordinated services across multiple sites as determined/needed (e.g. may lead a cross-organizational task force or work group)Leverages effective and appropriate HSL infrastructure to support operationsPlays key role in the design, development, construction, zoning, and financing of new sites, in partnership with Real Estate Development team, as needed based on locationAttends regular meetings at other campuses and manages other organization-wide endeavors and committees, including HSL Board Committees and Senior Staff
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with 10 - 15 years' experience in management, senior living, or other relevant experience.Ability to lead by example with strong commitment to HSL's mission, goals, and cultural beliefs Ability to effectively listen and communicate verbally and in writing Ability to inspire and motivate staff while promoting honesty, trust and respect Ability to critically review and assess processes, problems and operations to determine creative improvements and solutions Ability to make difficult judgments and decisions impacting large numbers of residents, and employees Prior experience developing and managing a budgetPrior experience and/or a desire to work with the elderly population, preferred Thorough knowledge of property management best practices Advanced proficiency and hands-on experience with managing large and/or complex communities Experience establishing successful working relationships within the public sectorDemonstrated experience with strategic short and long term planningDemonstrated leadership, organizational, and operational skillsKnowledge of basic accounting/finance with strong analytical abilityStrong negotiation and mediation skillsExcellent communication and customer service orientationSuccess with leading change and openness to innovationRemote Type:
On-siteSalary Range:
$166,319.00 - $299,374.00 Read Less