WAITER/WAITRESS (FULL AND PART TIME)

Compass Group•Arlington, TX

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Morrison Living is hiring full-time and part-time Waiters/Waitresses at Texas Masonic Retirement Community in Arlington, Texas. The role takes food and beverage orders and efficiently delivers items to dining room guests. Associates greet guests, follow established steps of service, deliver food professionally, maintain safe food-handling and sanitation standards, and follow up on guest needs. They explain menu items and ingredients, advise guests on food and drink combinations, accommodate reasonable requests, and demonstrate knowledge of specialized diets and allergens as needed. The role coordinates with back-of-house staff to ensure accurate orders and accommodate special requests; handles tickets and cash according to procedures; maintains a clean, safe dining environment; and treats any personal or medical information confidentially. Associates address complaints and report relevant issues to a supervisor, set up and clean the dining room before and after service, operate various dining and safety equipment, and assist other departments during events and functions. Other duties may be assigned. Days and hours may vary, and weekend and holiday availability is required. The position is at Texas Masonic Retirement Community, 1501 West Division Street, Arlington, TX 76012. A free shift meal, uniform, and career advancement opportunities are offered. The employer describes the work environment as fun, with a supportive team and opportunities to make an impact in the lives of those served.

Requirements

At least one year of prior serving experience in a restaurant setting.
Weekend and holiday availability.
Ability to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a senior living, healthcare, or similar institutional food service setting.
Current Food Handler's License.

Responsibilities

Promptly and warmly greet dining room guests and take food and beverage orders efficiently, following established steps of service.
Deliver food promptly and professionally, maintain safe food-handling and sanitation standards, and follow up with guests about additional needs or requests.
Understand menu items and ingredients, advise guests on food and drink combinations when requested, accommodate reasonable requests, and demonstrate knowledge of specialized diets and allergens as needed.
Communicate with back-of-house staff to ensure correct orders and accommodate special requests.
Communicate effectively and patiently with guests and staff, and work well with others.
Collect tickets and follow cash-handling procedures.
Promote a clean, safe, and neat environment for guests.
Maintain sensitivity and confidentiality regarding personal or medical information shared with the associate.
Address complaints or issues promptly and relay relevant information or complaints to a supervisor.
Set up the dining room before service and clean and maintain it during and after service according to sanitation standards.
Operate equipment including fire extinguishers, telephones, iced tea and soda machines, soup wells, and coffee machines.
Work with staff from other departments on special events and functions.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Free shift meal.
Uniform provided.
Career advancement opportunities.
Retirement Plan.
Associate Shopping Program.
Health and Wellness Programs.
Discount Marketplace.
Identity Theft Protection.
Pet Insurance.
Voluntary benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.
Full-time positions also offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.