Server - Bowman Place

Whitsons Culinary Group•Bedford, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Server at Bowman Place supports healthcare nutrition services by preparing, portioning, and serving meals according to dietary guidelines; delivering meals to patients; and assisting with meal service. The role also involves setting up, cleaning, and maintaining kitchen, serving, and dining areas while following food safety, sanitation, regulatory, and company requirements. Team members help create a friendly mealtime atmosphere and contribute to the comfort and recovery of patients, visitors, and staff. This is a site-based, non-exempt position that may be part-time or full-time, with days and hours aligned to the facility’s food service schedule. Shifts may include nights and weekends, but are described as having no late nights. Occasional extended hours may be required for special events or operational needs, and occasional travel to other locations may be needed for substitute coverage or support. On-the-job training is provided; no experience is necessary, though food service experience is preferred.

Requirements

Complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.
Ability to speak and read English sufficiently to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.
Ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Reliability, attention to detail, and a positive, professional attitude.
Comfort working around patients and healthcare staff.
Ability to stand for most of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; handle food, tools, and equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side.
Ability to work around extreme temperatures from cooking and refrigeration equipment and move in and out of storerooms and near freezers.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of professional food service experience; school nutrition or institutional food service experience is also preferred.
ServSafe certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare, portion, and serve meals according to dietary guidelines and portion and production standards.
Deliver meals to patients and assist with meal service needs.
Welcome and serve guests in a friendly and professional manner, provide informed menu recommendations, and offer guidance on allergies and dietary restrictions.
Relay orders and guest requests clearly and accurately to the kitchen.
Communicate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests to appropriate team members.
Set up, clean, stock, and maintain kitchen, serving, and dining areas throughout service.
Follow food safety, sanitation, regulatory, and Whitsons requirements; maintain accurate logs and documentation.
Monitor temperatures, ensure order accuracy, and maintain proper station setup and recordkeeping.
Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, kitchen staff, and food service and dining room team members to support daily service goals.
Follow assigned schedules and break rotations and maintain proper dress and hygiene standards.