WAIT STAFF (PT Days)

Riverside Healthcare•Kankakee, IL

1d•$15 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Wait Staff at Riverside Senior Living plays a crucial role in delivering an exceptional dining experience to our residents. This position involves taking orders, serving meals, and ensuring that residents' dining needs are met with professionalism and care. The Wait Staff will also assist in maintaining a clean and welcoming dining environment, working closely with the dietary team to enhance the overall satisfaction and well-being of our residents.

Requirements

Previous experience in a restaurant, senior living, or healthcare setting is preferred but not required.
Food Handlers Certification or ServSafe Certification is preferred but not required.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Speech: Needed for presentations/training, telephone communication, facilitating meetings, and communication with residents, families, and co-workers.
Vision: Need to read memos and literature, and preparation of food.
Smell: Needed for safety fire/electrical, and food spoilage.
Hearing: Needed for telephone communications, meetings listening to employee concerns, and safety precautions.
Touch: Need to write, food preparation, filing.
Sit: 10%
Twist: 10%
Stand: 30%
Walk: 20%
Kneel: 5%
Lift: 20%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 5%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 5%
Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 50 lbs: Occasionally
Lifting and carrying food required for food preparation.
Sit: 60
Twist: 45
Stand: 60
Walk: 10
Kneel: 5
Lift: 45
Squat: 5
Bend: 5
Reach above shoulders: 5
Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
Pushing & pulling Normal weight: up to 200lbs
Fine Manipulation: Cutting and preparation of food and utensils.
Inside hours: 8
Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Average
Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Humid
Atmosphere: Poor ventilation
Special Hazards: Chemical
Protective Clothing Required: Gloves/hairnet/cap

Responsibilities

Greet residents in a friendly manner, take accurate meal orders, and relay them to the kitchen staff efficiently.
Serve meals and beverages to residents in a timely and courteous manner, ensuring that all dietary restrictions and preferences are observed.
Engage with residents to ensure they are satisfied with their meals, addressing any concerns or special requests promptly.
Set up and clear tables before and after meals, ensuring that the dining area is clean, organized, and welcoming at all times.
Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper handling of food and beverages, and maintaining cleanliness in serving areas.
Work closely with kitchen staff and other team members to ensure a smooth and efficient dining service.
Assist with documenting meal choices, dietary preferences, and any issues related to food service as required.
Assist in the preparation and service of meals for special events and functions within the facility.
Help with checking inventory levels for dining room supplies, such as utensils, napkins, and condiments, and report any shortages to the supervisor.
Mentor new wait staff and assist in training them on dining room procedures and resident service standards.

Benefits

competitive compensation
generous retirement offerings
programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
medical
dental
vision
life
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work