Guest-Focused Food Service Associate

Living-Desert-DBA-the-Living-Deser; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Living Desert in Palm Desert, CA is seeking a Food Service Associate to support front-of-house operations and guest service, assist with daily prep, and maintain sanitation standards.

Ideal candidates have strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 35 lbs; flexibility for varied hours is required.

This fast-paced role offers opportunities to grow within a welcoming team that prioritizes guest satisfaction and safety.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions quickly.
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player who is personable, professional, upbeat and energetic.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift 10–35 lbs as needed.
• Willing to work varied hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to ensure a memorable guest experience.
• Support restaurant prep for daily operation.
• Maintain safety, quality, and cleanliness standards.
• Follow safety logs for temperatures, rotation and waste as needed.
• Maintain proper hygiene and uniform compliance.
• Communicate issues to supervisors; assist with daily prep as assigned.
• Remain knowledgeable about menu items, prices and specials.
• Work to resolve guest feedback with supervisors.
• Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.
• Uphold sanitation requirements and a clean work environment.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Team player

Physical stamina

Customer service oriented

Job description

The Living Desert in Palm Desert, CA is seeking a Food Service Associate to support front-of-house operations and guest service, assist with daily prep, and maintain sanitation standards.

Ideal candidates have strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 35 lbs; flexibility for varied hours is required.

This fast-paced role offers opportunities to grow within a welcoming team that prioritizes guest satisfaction and safety.