Server

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living in; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Job summary

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living in Gresham, OR is seeking a Server (Finance) for full or part time roles in memory care and assisted living facilities. Shift schedules vary; weekend availability is needed. Wage ranges from $19.10 to $24.91 per hour depending on experience.

Proficiency in American Sign Language and tactile sign language is ideal for this Deaf community setting. Responsibilities include taking orders, serving meals, maintaining dining room cleanliness, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of high standards of food service sanitation and safety attained on the job or through training.
• Interpersonal skills to establish effective relationships with residents and staff.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid Certification during employment.
• Current Food Handlers card issued by local Health Department required.
• Familiarity with American Sign Language (ASL) and tactile sign language is ideal for this Deaf community setting.

Responsibilities

• Accurately recording and delivering meal and beverage orders from residents.
• Promptly delivering food and beverages to residents and presenting them attractively.
• Provide attentive, friendly service and check on residents during meals.
• Set up dining room before meals and maintain cleanliness during service.
• Clear tables after meals and reset for next service.
• Take and deliver room service orders to residents' apartments.
• Know the menu and answer questions about food and dietary needs.
• Interact professionally with residents and guests to create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene procedures and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Sanitation standards

Interpersonal skills

CPR/First Aid Certification

Food handlers card

ASL familiarity

Job description

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living

Server (Finance)

Type: Full and Part Time available

Shift/Schedule: FT: Various schedule, Weekend availability needed
PT: Various schedule, Weekend availability needed

Wage: $19.10-$24.91/hr DOE

Location: Avamere at Chestnut Lane - 1219 NE 6th St., Gresham, OR 97030

Avamere at Chestnut Lane is a Deaf and DeafBlind Community.
Proficiency in American Sign Language and Tactile Sign Language is ideal for this position.

Job Summary

A Server in a memory care, assisted living and/or independent living facility is responsible for providing excellent dining service to residents, ensuring a positive and enjoyable meal experience. This includes tasks like taking orders, serving food and beverages, setting up and clearing tables, maintaining cleanliness, and providing attentive service to residents' needs.

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

• Accurately recording and delivering meal and beverage orders from residents.
• Promptly and courteously delivering food and beverages to residents, ensuring they are presented attractively.
• Providing attentive and friendly service, checking on residents' needs during meals, and addressing any requests or concerns.
• Assisting with setting up the dining room before meals, including table settings and condiments, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the meal service.
• Clearing tables after meals and resetting them for the next service.
• Taking and delivering room service orders to residents' apartments.
• Being familiar with the menu and able to answer residents' questions about the food and any special dietary needs.
• Interacting with residents and their guests in a professional and courteous manner, creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere.
• Following all food safety and hygiene procedures, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
• Collaborating with other wait staff and kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient meal service.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Other duties assigned appropriate to the position.

Requirements

• Knowledge of high standards of food service sanitation and safety at a level normally acquired through on-the-job training.
• Requires maintaining high standards of personal hygiene while working, including frequent hand washing and securing hair away from the face.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to establish effective relationships with department workers and with other departments.
• Skill and ability to learn to operate kitchen equipment.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid Certification during employment.
• Requires current Food Handlers card issued by local Health Department.
• Be knowledgeable of dietary practices and procedures, as well as related laws, regulations and pertaining to hospital and nursing home operation.
• Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information.
• Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.

"At Avamere Communities, we love to celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. We value diversity and believe forming teams in which everyone can their true, authentic self is key to our success "We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status."

The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.

Arete Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify