Compassionate Server & Dishwasher — Senior Living Dining

Cogir Senior Living; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Server to join our bright dining room in Ottawa. You will support with set-up, serving residents and guests, and tray service in a welcoming retirement residence.

Preferred candidates have food service experience and a passion for seniors; you must be able to lift heavy items and stand for long periods. Bilingualism is an asset; VPS screening will be required.

Qualifications

• Preference will be given to individuals who have previous experience in the food service industry and working with seniors
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand/walk for majority of shift
• Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.
• Current (within 6 months) VPS or be willing to obtain one upon hire.

Responsibilities

• To serve meals to residents and guests in a professional and courteous manner
• To set and clear dining tables and deliver tray service as required
• To assist with cleaning of dishware, cutlery at the conclusion of each dining service as required
• To assist with maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen and dining area as required
• To assist with catering, and actively participate in special occasions and theme events
• To assist in the orientation and training of new culinary employees
• To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures
• To comply with all provincial regulations and established department policies and procedures
• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it
• To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents
• To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in the Residence that have taken place
• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program
• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct; and
• To complete all other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Food service experience

Bilingual asset

Physical stamina

Education

Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS) requirement

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Server to join our bright dining room in Ottawa. You will support with set-up, serving residents and guests, and tray service in a welcoming retirement residence.

Preferred candidates have food service experience and a passion for seniors; you must be able to lift heavy items and stand for long periods. Bilingualism is an asset; VPS screening will be required.