Michael's Cafe Chef/Manager

Chelsea Jewish Foundation; Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to elder care in a friendly café environment! As a café leader, you'll ensure outstanding guest service, manage operations, and create a welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. This role offers a chance to showcase your culinary creativity and customer service skills while working in a supportive community setting. Enjoy a variety of benefits, including weekly payroll and free groceries, as you contribute to enriching the lives of those we serve. If you're enthusiastic and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Weekly Payroll

Special Event Days

Direct Deposit

In-Service Training and Development Programs

Discount Food and Supply Purchase Program

Cash Advance Program

Free On-Campus Parking

Public Transportation Stops on Campus

Free groceries every Friday

Easy access to campus from Interstate 91

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant/food service environment is essential.
• Must possess a Serv-Safe certificate or be able to complete certification.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet guests with a smile as a customer service expert.
• Support overall operations of the café and maintain sanitation.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Creativity

Education

Serv-Safe Certification

Job description

Michael's Cafe Chef/Manager

JGS Lifecare, located in the quaint town of Longmeadow, MA, has been the proud caretaker of the elderly within the local community for over 100 years! Founded on the Jewish principle of respecting age as a blessing, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering the best in elder care services to people of every faith and background. Our spacious campus has a full array of services including Skilled Nursing, Senior Living, and Community programs that consist of traditional long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, assisted living, hospice, and day health support services. Our employees are an outstanding team of professionals who go above and beyond each day with their compassionate care to our residents and the individuals we serve.

We are searching for a friendly, enthusiastic, and reliable café leader who loves interacting with guests and is committed to delivering outstanding guest service.

Hours: Full-time

Benefits:

• Weekly Payroll
• Special Event Days
• Direct Deposit
• In-Service Training and Development Programs
• Discount Food and Supply Purchase Program
• Cash Advance Program
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Public Transportation Stops on Campus
• Free groceries every Friday
• Easy access to our campus from Interstate 91

Primary Responsibilities:

• Be a customer service expert who will meet and greet guests with a smile.
• Support the overall operations of the café.
• Able to multitask and have great time management.
• Work independently and maintain sanitation of the general café, maintain HACCP logs, and handle the cash register, processing credit cards.
• Maximize the highest level of guest service by listening, sharing, presenting products, selling products, and responding to guests' needs in a timely manner.
• Ring merchandise transactions following proper procedures.

Job Requirements:

• Friendly, positive attitude.
• Experience in a restaurant/food service environment.
• Experience in menu planning.
• Experience in a lunch/café atmosphere.
• Must possess a Serv-Safe certificate or be able to complete certification requirements.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Must possess creativity, strong communication skills, and exceptional customer service and be able to relate professionally and positively to residents, family members, staff, and the public.
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, family members, staff, and the public.
• Must meet all health requirements in accordance with laws and set forth by the policies of the facility.

Physical Requirements:

• Manual dexterity and motor coordination required to handle dishes and trays rapidly and efficiently and to work with various cleaning supplies.
• Adaptability to work that involves the ability to perform short-cycle repetitive duties under specific instructions.
• Ability to push, pull, move, or lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• High frequencies of standing, walking, bending, reaching above shoulder level, crouching, and pushing/pulling.
• Frequently squats, kneels, and balances.
• May be exposed to low/high temperatures and uncomfortable odors.
• Ability to see, hear, feel, read, write, and verbalize clearly in English.

Apply today and become part of our JGS Lifecare team!

JGS is an equal opportunity employer, veterans & disability. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other status that is prohibited by law.