WAITER/WAITRESS (FULL TIME)

Morrison Living; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

FSAs

Job summary

Morrison Living in Walnut Creek is hiring for a full-time WAITER/WAITRESS to serve residents at Sequoia Living Viamonte. Schedule is Wednesday–Sunday, 11:00 am–8:00 pm, with prior restaurant and senior-living customer service experience preferred. You will provide attentive service, maintain cleanliness, and work with a collaborative team to create positive dining experiences.

The position offers competitive pay ($19–$22 per hour) and benefits as part of Morrison Living's team.

Qualifications

• Prior restaurant and customer service experience in a senior living setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and take/serve orders with care.
• Deliver food promptly and ensure sanitation standards.
• Advise guests on menu items and accommodate dietary needs.
• Coordinate with back-of-house to fulfill orders.
• Collect tickets and follow cash-handling procedures.
• Maintain a clean dining room and assist during events.

Skills

Customer service

Restaurant experience

Job description

Morrison Living

Morrison Living is hiring immediately for a full time WAITER/WAITRESS position.

• Location: Sequoia Living Viamonte - 2801 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598.
• Schedule: Full time schedule. Wednesday - Sunday, 11:00 am - 8:00 pm. Further details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior restaurant and customer service experience in a senior living setting preferred.
• Pay Range: $19.00 per hour to $22.00 per hour.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

A fun work environment, robust benefits package, great team members, and a career with one of the top hospitality companies in the nation. You'll work with a talented and supportive team that makes a real impact in the lives of those we serve.

YOU'D MAKE A GREAT ADDITION TO OUR TEAM

Our culinary team is the core of our business. If you enjoy creating memorable experiences and are passionate about hospitality and culinary excellence, you will be a great addition to the Morrison Living team!

Job Summary

Summary: Takes food and beverage orders and efficiently delivers items to dining room guests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Promptly and warmly greet guests in the dining room; takes food and beverages in an efficient manner, following established steps of service.
• Delivers food promptly and professionally; maintains safe food handling and sanitation standards. Follows up periodically to assist with any additional needs or requests.
• Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items and ingredients. Advises guests on appropriate combinations of food and drinks when requested; accommodates reasonable requests and notes preferences. As needed, demonstrates knowledge of specialized diets and allergens.
• Communicates directly with back-of-the-house staff to ensure that orders are delivered correctly and special requests are accommodated.
• Exhibits exceptional communications skills and demonstrates ability to get along well with others. Remains flexible and patient when communicating with guests and staff.
• Collects tickets and follow proper cash-handling procedures.
• Promotes a clean, safe and neat environment for guests.
• Maintains a high level of sensitivity and confidentiality regarding personal or medical information that is shared.
• Promptly addresses complaints or issues; relays relevant information or complaints directly to supervisor.
• Ensures that the dining room is properly set up prior to and after the service period; keeps area clean and neat while meeting established sanitation standards.
• Operates a variety of equipment, including fire extinguishers, telephones, iced tea/soda machines, soup wells and coffee machines.
• Works with staff of other departments to perform job duties during special events and functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits For Our Team Members

• Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Morrison Living is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Morrison Living maintains a drug-free workplace.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.