Lead Server - Dining Services

Benchmark Senior Living; Vermont; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living in Vermont is seeking a Server in the Dining Services department to provide quality food service to residents under supervision. You will take orders, serve meals, maintain dining areas, and assist with meal preparation and safety standards.

The role requires prior dining room and server experience, strong communication with staff, and adherence to health regulations. This is a non-exempt, on-site position with opportunities to support residents daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous dining room and server experience.

Responsibilities

• Advises supervisor when supplies diminish for reorder.
• Communicates effectively with supervisor and kitchen staff.
• Takes food and beverage orders from residents and serves meals on a timely basis that are both presentable and appetizing in appearance.
• Sets up and delivers meal trays and food carts to the dining room as instructed.
• Handles requests from residents who require assistance with meal selection or have specific needs.
• Serves well-presented meals on a timely basis.
• Sets up dining room for the next scheduled meal.
• Performs other general server duties as assigned.
• Assists in inventorying supplies.
• Obtains or replenishes necessary dining room supplies before the next scheduled meal.
• Checks room service trays before distribution.
• Follows safety regulations and precautions at all times.
• Follows established Infection Control procedures when performing daily tasks.
• Ensures that all food service areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are properly maintained.
• Reports all hazardous conditions and equipment to your supervisor.
• Reports all accidents to the Dining Services Director or the Executive Director.
• Disposes of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Assists in daily or scheduled cleaning duties
• Cleans tables, chairs, refrigerators and freezers, etc.
• Carries soiled dishes, cups, glasses, and utensils to proper storage areas.
• Keeps work areas clean, dry, and free of food, beverages, etc.
• Returns used food trays from food carts, dining room, etc., and delivers to the dishwashing area.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Follow instructions

Dietary procedures knowledge

Prompt service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living in Vermont is seeking a Server in the Dining Services department to provide quality food service to residents under supervision. You will take orders, serve meals, maintain dining areas, and assist with meal preparation and safety standards.

The role requires prior dining room and server experience, strong communication with staff, and adherence to health regulations. This is a non-exempt, on-site position with opportunities to support residents daily.