Restaurant Server

The Aspenwood Company – Village of Tanglewood; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company – Village of Tanglewood in Houston, TX, is seeking a part-time Dining Room Attendant to greet residents, take orders, deliver meals, and keep the dining area spotless. Responsibilities include assisting with service, upholding safety standards, and supporting event dining.

Ideal candidates will have 6 months to 1 year of related experience, a food handler certification within 60 days, and a strong customer-service mindset. Flexible schedule reflects resident-focused hours.

Qualifications

• Must obtain accredited food handler certification within 60 days (State guidelines).
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year of related experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service attitude and ability to interact well with staff, residents, and guests.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dining room is spotless and set for meals and events.
• Greet residents and guests and seat them comfortably.
• Take food orders, relay to kitchen, and deliver meals promptly.
• Ensure order accuracy and monitor food quality and presentation.
• Respond to resident and guest requests to enhance dining experience.
• Pour and refill drinks in a timely manner.
• Follow all food handling, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Assist with setting tables, clearing dishes, disposing of waste, and restocking inventory.
• Remove walkers from the dining room and return after meals for safety.
• Explain menu options to residents and guests.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community emergency response team.
• Maintain professional appearance per company policies.
• Take on additional responsibilities with enthusiasm.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Food safety

Education

HS diploma / GED

Job description

Location: Village of Tanglewood, an Independent Living senior community

Pay Rate: $16.00/hr.

Part Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday 4:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. | Saturday 11:00a.m. - 8:00p.m. | Sunday 10:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the dining room is spotless and beautifully set for all meals and events.
• Greet all residents and guests with a smile, ensuring everyone has a comfortable place to sit.
• Take food orders, present them to kitchen staff, and deliver meals promptly and efficiently.
• Guarantee the accuracy of orders and check food quality and presentation.
• Respond swiftly to resident and guest requests, ensuring their dining experience is top-notch.
• Ensure drinks are poured and refilled in a timely manner.
• Follow all food handling, safety, and sanitation standards meticulously.
• Assist with setting tables, removing dirty dishes, disposing of waste, and restocking inventory.
• Remove all walkers from the dining room to ensure safety and return them immediately after meals.
• Make each resident and guest feel special, showing genuine pleasure in serving them.
• Understand the menu fully and be able to explain the selections to residents and guests.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
• Maintain a professional appearance and good personal hygiene per company policies.
• Take on additional responsibilities with enthusiasm.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must obtain an accredited food handler certification within 60 days, as per State guidelines.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months to one year of related experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service attitude and ability to interact well with staff, residents, and guests.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team to complete tasks.

EOE/M/F/D/V