Food Service Waitstaff Per Diem

Episcopal SeniorLife Communities • Penfield, NY

153d • $17

About The Position

The Waitstaff position performs table service for dining room and banquet/catering events. This position serves foods in a friendly, professional and efficient manner. In addition, the server position maintains proper sanitation guidelines and lends to the promotion of a professional atmosphere that would complement, meet and exceed customer needs. This position may/will be required to provide direct care or have access to resident property or belongings.

Requirements

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent with reading, comprehension and writing ability at 12th grade level or higher.
• Six months’ food service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NYS DOH regulations on food operations and sanitation.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to represent the Episcopal Church Home and interact effectively with vendors and service contractors.
• Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, vendors and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Understand the menu items and preparation methods.
• Perform pre-service checklist to ensure readiness to open.
• Take all food orders at table(s), assure accuracy.
• Deliver all food items to table.
• Follow up on all comments, corrections from customers to ensure positive outcomes.
• Clear all soiled items from table and re-set table.
• May deliver room service or patio home meals for residents.
• May attend resident association and food committee meetings for feedback.
• Attend all service staff meetings to address problems, concerns or plans.
• Read all literature, memos concerning changes or other necessary information.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees