Wait Staff (part time)

Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center • Rockford, IL

75d • $15

About The Position

Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center is a retirement community committed to providing our residents and staff with the upmost dignity and respect. We have served the community for 55 years, and we pride ourselves on the care that we have provided. We are seeking part-time Wait Staff to assist with our meal services. The ideal candidate loves working with older people and works well independently and as a team player.

Requirements

• Physical condition allowing for normal kitchen duties including but not limited to; lifting (up to 30 pounds), bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, grabbing, pushing, pulling, standing or walking an entire shift, use of arms and hands with dexterity, ability to read and understand directions.
• Ability to communicate in a friendly manner to residents and coworkers in English.
• Ability to show warmth, love and compassion and to make residents feel comfortable.
• Dependability and punctuality.
• Comfort in working in a Christian Retirement Center environment.
• Adherence to all regulations specified in the Fairhaven employee handbook, procedures and policy documents.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Understands the various therapeutic diets and applies this knowledge when serving.
• Serves food to residents following their diets, food preferences and dislikes.
• Sets up employee trays.
• Sets up, delivers and picks up residents room trays.
• Sets dining room tables for meals.
• Sweeps dining room floor after each meal.
• Washes dishes and cleans equipment and areas after each use.
• Clears tables, cleans tables, and chairs after each use.
• Prepares and pours beverages.
• Dishes up salads and desserts for all areas.
• Checks off and initials cleaning checklist at end of shift.
• Participates in creating an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity, cleanliness, safety and well-being of each resident.
• Safeguards privacy and confidentiality of all resident health care information which includes complying with all HIPAA regulations.
• Acts as a customer service representative and public relations ambassador for Fairhaven with residents, families, vendors, volunteers and other visitors.
• Interacts positively with all residents at all times creating an atmosphere which promotes a homelike environment.
• Maintains, cares for and safely uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently per Fairhaven policies and procedures.
• Maintains sanitary conditions; follows infection control and waste management procedures as they relate to this position.
• Reports incidents of abuse, neglect or a violation of the residents rights immediately.
• Completes all in-service training requirements in a timely manner.
• Completes all duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• 403(B) Retirement Plan*
• Paid time off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees