Independent Living Café Associate: Friendly Dining & Growth

thevillageil; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming environment

Meaningful work

Competitive pay

Training and growth

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Window's Cafe, located within our Independent Living community, is seeking a friendly Cafeteria Associate to provide excellent service to residents and assist with simple meal preparation. You will greet residents, take purchases at the register, and help maintain a clean, welcoming café environment.

The role supports dining services, works with residents and staff, and offers opportunities for training and growth in a supportive setting. Flexible scheduling may be available.

Qualifications

• Cashier experience, food service experience, or customer service experience preferred.
• Friendly, patient, and professional with older adults.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Greet residents with a friendly, helpful attitude.
• Operate the cash register and accurately process resident purchases.
• Prepare and serve light meals, sandwiches, soups, salads, and other menu items.
• Restock food, beverages, and supplies throughout the day.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary café and kitchen area.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist with opening and closing duties as assigned.
• Work as part of the dining services team to ensure excellent customer service.

Job description

Cafeteria Associate – Window's Cafe

Join Our Team at Window's Cafe!

Window's Cafe, located within our welcoming Independent Living community, is looking for a friendly, dependable Cafeteria Associate to provide excellent service to our residents. If you enjoy working with people, preparing simple meals, and creating a positive dining experience, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Greet residents with a friendly, helpful attitude.

• Operate the cash register and accurately process resident purchases.

• Prepare and serve light meals, sandwiches, soups, salads, and other menu items.

• Restock food, beverages, and supplies throughout the day.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary café and kitchen area.

• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.

• Assist with opening and closing duties as assigned.

• Work as part of the dining services team to ensure excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Previous cashier, food service, or customer service experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

• Friendly, patient, and professional with older adults.

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Dependable with excellent attendance.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.

• Food Handler certification is a plus but not required.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive work environment.

• Meaningful work serving our residents.

• Competitive pay.

• Opportunities for training and growth.

• Flexible scheduling (if applicable).

If you're looking for a rewarding position where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to have you join the Window's Cafe team!