Part-Time Food Runner

SterlingCedar Rapids, IA
Onsite

About The Position

The Food Runner is responsible for enhancing and supporting the overall dining experience for our residents, family members and guests. The Food Runner assists in the delivery of culinary activities for all dining venues: Bistro, Casual, Formal, Luminations® memory care and Club Room, as well as special events and private functions. This is to be handled with The Sterling Touch® friendly, courteous, helpful and in a timely manner, resulting in a very high level of satisfaction for Residents and their guests. The Food Runner is under the general guidance of the Executive Chef and Dining Room Supervisor in accordance with Community standards, processes, procedure, and practices.

Requirements

  • Ability to read, write and understand the English language in order to communicate with other employees as well as Residents and their guests.
  • Sufficient manual dexterity of hands and arms in order to use all kitchen equipment and utensils (e.g. knives, spoons spatulas, tongs.)
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, crouch, bend, stoop, reach, grasp, push, pull and work continuously without sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift or carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

  • High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
  • One-year fine dining or restaurant experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Enhancing and supporting the overall dining experience for residents, family members, and guests.
  • Assisting in the delivery of culinary activities for all dining venues (Bistro, Casual, Formal, Luminations® memory care, Club Room) and special events/private functions.
  • Providing friendly, courteous, helpful, and timely service.
  • Ensuring a high level of satisfaction for Residents and their guests.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program (120 hours in the first year, increasing to 160 hours in the second year)
  • Affordable insurance options for medical, dental, vision and more
  • 401(k) with a 4% company match on a 5% contribution
  • Automatic life insurance and AD&D coverage for all team members
  • Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Free employee meals (must meet eligibility requirements)
  • Grand Spa & Fitness facilities available for use at designated times.
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