Do you enjoy serving aging, active adults? Wesley has an opening for a part time server up to 24 hours per week. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. May work at either Terrace or Gardens Dining Room.
JOB SUMMARY
Depending on the campus location, the Wait-staff may report to the Assistant Director of Culinary Services or the Director of Culinary Services. This position will set up the dining room, take meal orders and serve food. Work also includes clearing, cleaning and setting a section.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintain sanitation and safety standards.
- Take orders and serve residents in a timely and gracious manner, including watching for and helping any resident needing assistance throughout the entire meal.
- Clear, clean and setup a section, including washing tables, chairs and pedestals and vacuuming; assist with any related cleaning duties in the department.
- Set-up, serve and clean up after special events.
- Answer phone, assist residents with food purchases and prepare coffee as required.
- Perform section duties including, but not limited to: creamer and fill pitchers, dish desserts, pre-pour beverages, plate butter, make garnishes and dish fruit for breakfast.
- Deliver (and/or return) room trays to/from residents unable to attend meals.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- Education Background
- No Education Background required for this position.
- Licensure, Registration, Certification
- Current Washington State Food Handler's Permit.
- Special Training/Skills
- Understanding and knowledge of nutrition and diet and related procedures.
- Knowledge of and practicing sanitation, cleanliness and personal hygiene.
- Basic computer skills needed.
- Reliability in attendance and punctuality.
- Pleasant demeanor, including good communication skills and cooperative attitude when working with staff and residents.
- Maturity and sensitivity toward employees, residents, visitors and guests.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and efficiently.
- Demonstrated ability to be patience, flexible and adaptable.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
- Work Experience
- On-the-Job training will be provided.
- Physical Demands
- Able to work on ones feet for long periods of time.
- Able to bend, squat, reach and carry numerous items daily.
- Able to push loaded carts long distances.
- Able to push and carry up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
- Able to adjust to frequent temperature changes when entering/exiting refrigerators and freezers.
- Able to work overtime, weekends and holidays as necessary.
- Understand there is a possibility of cuts, burns and falls in light of good safety measures.
INFECTIOUS RISK CATEGORY
NO RISK. No contact with patient's blood or other body fluids. No protective equipment required to be worn.
I have received, read and understand the above job description and can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. In the event I need future reasonable accommodation(s) it is my responsibility to submit that request in writing to Human Resources for review.
SOME (COVID-19) RISK: Possible occupational exposure to residents or clients with COVID-19. May require personal protective equipment (PPE) to be worn during some aspects or seasons of job.
Wesley is a not for-profit organization that provides a network of services offering a continuum of care for older adults. It is affiliated with the Pacific Northwest Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. Retirement Communities and Health Services for (and by) people who love life.
Wesley has a non-discrimination policy and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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