WAITER/WAITRESS (ON CALL)

Compass Group USA; West Newton (MA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Uniforms and laundering service

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Legal Services

Choice Auto and Home Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA’s Flik Independent School Dining is hiring immediately for on-call WAITER/WAITRESS positions at The Fessenden School in West Newton, MA. You will take food and beverage orders, deliver meals promptly, and ensure guest satisfaction in a dining room setting.

Role requires prior food service experience; on-call schedule may vary. Fixed pay rate is $25.00 per hour, with free meals and uniforms provided at select locations.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Takes food and beverage orders and efficiently delivers items to dining room guests.
• Greet guests in the dining room; takes orders following steps of service.
• Delivers food promptly and professionally; maintains safe handling and sanitation standards.
• Advises guests on menu items and accommodates requests; notes dietary needs.
• Communicates with back-of-house staff to ensure correct delivery and accommodate special requests.
• Exhibits strong communication and teamwork; stays flexible with guests and staff.
• Collects tickets and follows proper cash-handling procedures.
• Promotes a clean, safe and neat dining environment.
• Maintains confidentiality of personal or medical information.
• Addresses complaints and relays to supervisor.
• Ensures dining room setup; keeps area clean and meets sanitation standards.
• Operates equipment such as telephones, coffee machines, and beverage dispensers.
• Works with other departments during special events and functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service experience

Job description

We are hiring immediately for on call WAITER/WAITRESS positions.

• Location: The Fessenden School - 250 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA 02465. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: On call schedule. Days and hours may vary, based on business needs. Further details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous food service experience required.
  *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Fixed Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour.

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

Diversityof thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice – we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what’s right, every time.

We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.

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.

Associates at FISD are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits 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
• 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.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.