Wait Person (On-Call)

Eskaton; California (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Comprehensive benefits

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Eskaton, a nonprofit leader in aging in Northern California, seeks staff for its food service team. You will ensure warm, efficient service to residents, handle meal orders with attention to dietary needs, and support daily kitchen operations in a respectful, welcoming environment.

Starting pay ranges from $17.40 to $20.40 per hour. Eskaton values diversity, offers 401K matching, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to wellbeing and belonging across its 23 communities.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent required.
• Experience in a restaurant or food service setting preferred.
• California Food Handler certification required.

Responsibilities

• Set wait stations and keep station stocked and clean.
• Bus and reset tables as needed.
• Take resident meal orders accurately per diets and preferences.
• Assist with plate preparation and serving.
• Perform opening and closing duties promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Quality orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Make a Real Difference, Every Single Day

As a nonprofit leader in aging, Eskaton helps people live well, longer — with trusted guidance at every stage. We believe aging should be a vibrant, supported, and celebrated journey, not an experience to face alone. For over 55 years, Eskaton has been a cornerstone of Northern California, growing a network of 23 communities dedicated to older adults and the people who care for them. When you join us, you're not just starting a job. You're stepping into a career where your work creates a real impact on people's daily lives and strengthening the communities we call home.

We Invest In You (Because You Invest In Others)

• Financial Security: Competitive pay and a 401K matching program to help you plan for your own future.
• Total Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits that support your physical and mental health.
• A Place Where You Belong: We celebrate diversity and equity across the entire aging spectrum, ensuring every team member feels seen and valued.

Our DNA (Core Values)

• Welcoming: You’re a natural at creating warmth and a sense of belonging for everyone you meet.
• Bring (Y)our Best: You take pride in your work and strive for excellence in the "little things" and the "big things" alike.
• Empowerment: You don't wait for permission to do the right thing. You step up, take ownership, and lead with initiative.
• Growth: You’re a lifelong learner who seeks consistent improvement and sustainable growth.

Essential Job Functions

• Sets wait station(s) and keeps station well stocked and cleaned.
• Busses and resets tables as needed.
• Takes resident meal orders in accordance with prescribed diets, preferences, dislikes and food allergies in an accurate and courteous manner and provides prompt service.
• Assists with preparing plates and serving residents.
• Performs the assigned opening and closing duties promptly and efficiently.
• Keeps Cooks and Supervisor/Manager on Duty informed of questions, reactions, comments or problems that may arise.
• Assists at special events as requested.
• Familiar with food service disaster plan.

Other Job Functions

• Models and embodies Eskaton’s core values, including:
  • Creating a sense of warmth, welcoming and belonging for all
  • Fostering excellence in everything we do
  • Seeking consistent improvement, learning and sustainable growth
  • Stepping up, taking ownership and leading with initiative
• Fully complies with all provisions in Eskaton’s Corporate Compliance Policy and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Maintains attendance as outlined in Eskaton policy.
• Follows required dress code and Eskaton’s Community Appearance Standards. Maintains a professional image to the public and residents.
• Works in accordance with established safety guidelines; uses proper body mechanics; follows safe work practices; wears appropriate safety gear.

Starting pay ranges from $17.40 per hour - $20.40 per hour. Factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, job-related skills, internal equity, and market considerations may influence base pay.

Qualifications

Education:

High school graduation or equivalent G.E.D., preferred.

Training And Experience

Previous experience working in a restaurant or food service establishment preferred. California Food Handler.

Knowledge And Abilities

Understanding of the philosophy of quality customer service and satisfaction.

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements

Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Notify the Human Resources team to request any accommodation(s) to perform any of the essential functions of this position.

Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen. All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.