Mercy Retirement and Care Center - On Call Server

LE0024 Transforming Age Associates, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,518; Full time

Job summary

LE0024 Transforming Age Associates, LLC seeks a Dining Service Coordinator at Mercy Retirement & Care Center in Oakland, CA. Your role will involve assisting residents with meal selections, answering questions about the menu, and ensuring a safe dining environment for all.

The ideal candidate will have previous server experience and effective communication skills. Join a team dedicated to providing exceptional care and enhancing the quality of life for older adults.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Previous server experience highly preferred.
• Six months or more in long-term care or related field.
• Effective English verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with meal selection and order delivery.
• Present menu to residents and answer questions.
• Record orders and relay them to the kitchen.
• Ensure safety in dining areas.

Skills

Effective English communication skills

Server experience

Knowledge of menu ingredients

Familiarity with POS systems

Job description

Location: 1 Mercy Retirement & Care Center, 3431 Foothill Blvd 11, Oakland CA 94601. Shift pays $18 to $19.25.

Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful work happens every day? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults? Mercy Retirement & Care Center has been at the forefront of senior care for more than 150 years. Situated on our lush campus in Oakland, we provide assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to meet a variety of healthcare needs. We provide exceptional, person‑centered care that enhances the quality of life for our residents. Our culture of excellence is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and a commitment to the well‑being of both our residents and our team members. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation and compassion drive everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with meal selection, which may include ordering from menu, buffet/a la carte item selection, and assistance with any buffet stations (e.g., salad bar, breakfast bar) as needed.
• Present menu to residents, answer questions and make suggestions regarding meal choices.
• Record orders and relay them to kitchen production area.
• Be knowledgeable about menu choices, including ingredients and preparation methods.
• Work efficiently and quickly deliver food to residents, aiding them as needed.
• Clear, clean, and reset tables for next meal service.
• May assist with light back‑of‑house kitchen duties (including such tasks as salad bar, soup service, portion desserts, brew coffee or other services as needed).
• Assist with clearing tables.
• Observe residents to ensure safety in our dining areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Previous server experience highly preferred.
• Six months or more in long‑term care, home care or related field preferred.
• Software experience using POS (point‑of‑sale) transactional systems.
• Must possess effective English verbal and written communication skills.
• Must pass a background check and pre‑employment drug screen, and may need to complete other pre‑employment screenings such as physical, fingerprint, and TB test as required by state/local guidelines.