Barista / Bartender (Bistro & Dining Services)

Resthaven • Holland, MI

3d • $16 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

At Resthaven, we believe care is more than a profession — it’s a calling. Since 1945, we have remained committed to serving older adults with compassion, dignity, excellence, and faith-centered purpose. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization, we’re dedicated to enriching lives — both for those we serve and those who serve alongside us. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or find a more supportive and purpose-driven workplace, you’ll find it here. We’ll help you learn, support your success, and surround you with people who believe in service, community, respect, and making a meaningful difference every day. Join our Dining Services team as a Barista/Bartender and help create an exceptional dining experience for our residents and guests. In this role, you'll prepare specialty beverages, provide outstanding customer service, support restaurant-style meal service, and maintain a clean, welcoming bistro and dining environment. If you enjoy working in hospitality, food service, restaurants, cafés, coffee shops, or bars and have a passion for serving others, we'd love to meet you.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service and hospitality skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced dining, restaurant, café, or hospitality environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, respectful, and professional approach when interacting with older adults, families, visitors, and coworkers.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain TIPS® or other required responsible beverage service certification.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Barista, Bartender, Server, Waitstaff, Food Service Worker, Restaurant Team Member, Dining Services Associate, Café Associate, or Hospitality Team Member preferred.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, restaurants, hotels, cafés, country clubs, or hospitality is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee, espresso beverages, specialty drinks, cocktails, and other beverages for residents and guests.
• Prepare beverage garnishes and maintain an organized bistro/bar area.
• Provide friendly, professional, restaurant-style customer service during meal periods.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately and deliver meals promptly.
• Set, clear, and maintain dining room tables for an exceptional dining experience.
• Anticipate resident needs and provide personalized service that enhances satisfaction.
• Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary dining, kitchen, and bistro/bar areas following food safety and infection control standards.
• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, and hygiene procedures.
• Deliver food carts to designated areas and return carts to the kitchen.
• Wash bar glassware and beverage equipment using approved cleaning procedures.
• Collect trash and dispose of waste safely and efficiently.
• Clean dining rooms, beverage stations, equipment, and work areas throughout each shift.
• Work collaboratively with the Dining Services team to ensure efficient meal service.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus of $1000 for Full-Time, and $500 for Part-Time
• No mandatory overtime (No Mandation)
• Agency-free care teams
• NOMI Health Insurance Network – $0 copays, $0 deductibles, and $0 coinsurance for full-time employees
• Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 6 months
• Supportive, mission-driven work culture
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED