Guest-Focused Food Service Associate

Sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD is hiring a Server to interact with customers, set up and maintain a clean serving area, prepare and serve food items, and restock food areas.

You will help with cash transactions using a computerized register and support catered events; you must be able to stand for long periods and work nights, weekends, and holidays. This role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and friendly service in a hospital cafeteria.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Two years serving experience and/or training preferred.
• Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame.

Responsibilities

• Provides outstanding customer service and effectively communicates with patrons and co-workers.
• Maintains quality control standards. Operates equipment such as beverage machines, toasters, ice cream dispensers, cash registers, steam equipment, dishwashers, refrigerators and freezers.
• Follows established systems for taking, placing, and delivering orders.
• Accounts for credit card and cash transactions.
• Serves catered parties.
• Follows standards for greeting, cocktail service, food delivery and general service techniques.
• Answers questions regarding menu items and suggests options.
• Practices tray service for all food and beverage service.
• Capable of working independently when needed.
• Understands food safety and sanitation processes.
• Will be on feet for most of the day and walk long distances.
• Adheres to safe work practices.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cash registers

Food prep equipment

Job description

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD is hiring a Server to interact with customers, set up and maintain a clean serving area, prepare and serve food items, and restock food areas.

You will help with cash transactions using a computerized register and support catered events; you must be able to stand for long periods and work nights, weekends, and holidays. This role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and friendly service in a hospital cafeteria.