Dining Host

Givens Communities Careers•Asheville, NC

About The Position

Givens Communities is hiring a part-time Dining Host for Terrene, the dining venue at Givens Estates, a nonprofit continuing care retirement community. The role supports residents, guests, and team members by setting up and maintaining cleanliness and safety in the dining venue and providing attentive service. The schedule is Thursdays through Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Compensation is $17.50–$19.00 per hour, based on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Working knowledge of sanitary standards related to food handling and preparation.
Knowledge of how to serve meals in an appealing and appetizing manner.
Knowledge of foods, beverages, and condiments allowed on therapeutic diets.

Nice To Haves

Three months of supervised on-the-job training preferred.
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet and acknowledge guests arriving at Terrene.
Communicate with residents while escorting them to their tables.
Seat residents by escorting them to assigned tables, pulling out chairs, and presenting menus to residents and guests.
Communicate with residents if a delay in the dining experience is anticipated.
Oversee podium responsibilities, including reservations, phone calls, carryout services, cleaning menus, and completing assigned opening, side, and closing duties.
Conduct walk-throughs of Terrene to help ensure residents and guests are satisfied; answer questions and advise servers and other team members of specific feedback.
Assist server team members as needed to help residents and guests enjoy their experience.
Perform other duties or tasks assigned as needed by an authorized supervisor.
Set up and maintain cleanliness and safety in the dining venue.