Lead Server - Full Time

Senior Lifestyle; West Whiteland Township (Chester County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle is seeking team members to provide friendly food and beverage service to residents and guests at Wellington at Hershey's Mill. The role emphasizes quick, accurate service, high standards of cleanliness, and professional interaction with residents and staff.

No prior experience is required, though food service exposure helps. Certification such as Serv Safe is preferred, and strong teamwork and adaptability are valued in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• No experience required, but previous Food Service experience is a plus.
• Serv Safe or other required local, county or state certifications.
• Ability to switch tasks quickly and often.
• Pride in quality and presentation of food and cleanliness of kitchen/dining areas.
• Patience and effective communication with diverse personalities.

Responsibilities

• Accept food orders, communicate to kitchen and deliver food and beverage to residents/guests promptly.
• Ensure resident/guest satisfaction by responding quickly to needs and requests.
• Buss and reset tables per company standards.
• Complete assigned side work and check out with the Manager at shift end.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure timely room service per policy.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation; comply with health codes and hygiene policy.
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings; participate in ongoing training.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor with residents, visitors and co-workers.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Community Name: Wellington at Hershey's Mill

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will provide quick, efficient and pleasant service of food and beverage to residents and guests.

Job Description

• Accept food orders, communicate to kitchen and deliver food and beverage to residents and/or guests in a timely manner in accordance with Company policies, procedures and standards.
• Ensure resident/guest satisfaction by responding quickly to needs and requests.
• Actively buss tables and reset tables in accordance to Company policies, procedures and Standards.
• Complete assigned side work and checks out with Manager at completion of shift.
• Collaborate with all staff to ensure timely room service according to our Tray Service/Pick Up related policy.
• Maintain clean and sanitary condition of work areas, china and equipment. Comply with all state and local health codes for food handling. Inspect end of shift duties are completed by staff. Adhere to the personal hygiene policy.
• Attend all required training, in services, and staff meetings. Meet all department training standards through regulatory training and/or other necessary training modules as required.
• Train and/or revisit training with staff.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors and co-workers.
• All dietary department personnel should follow safety precautions to prevent accidents in food preparation according to our accident prevention in food preparation and prevention of back injury policy.
• Maintain budgets by avoiding waste of products and time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• No experience required, but previous Food Service experience is a plus.
• Serv Safe or other required local, county or state certifications.
• You have the ability to switch tasks quickly and often.
• You take pride in the quality and presentation of food that you have helped to prepare, as well as the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas that you work within.
• You have a generous amount of patience and the ability to effectively communicate with many different types of personalities.

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.