WAITER/WAITRESS (TEMPORARY)

Restaurant Associates; Princeton (NJ); Presencial; USD 14.000 - 19.000; A tiempo parcial

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Descripción de la vacante

Restaurant Associates is seeking a temporary WAITER/WAITRESS at the Prospect House Art Museum, 45 Elm Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540. You will take orders and deliver meals with attentive service, following the established steps of service.

Experience in serving is preferred, and evening availability is required. The role offers a day/evening schedule Thursday through Monday with a focus on guest satisfaction and safe handling of food and beverages.

Formación

• Previous serving experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Greet guests warmly and take food and beverage orders following the established service steps.
• Deliver food promptly and professionally; ensure safe food handling and sanitation standards.
• Advise guests on menu items, ingredients, and suitable pairings; accommodate reasonable requests.
• Coordinate with back-of-house staff to ensure correct orders and special requests.
• Maintain clear communication with guests and staff; remain flexible and patient.
• Collect tickets and follow cash-handling procedures.
• Keep the dining area clean, organized, and safe at all times.
• Address complaints promptly and relay information to the supervisor.

Conocimientos

Serving experience

Descripción del empleo

Restaurant Associates

• We have an opening for temporary WAITER/WAITRESS positions.
• Location: Prospect House Art Museum - 45 Elm Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Temporary; Thursday through Monday, day shift. Evening availability is required. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous serving experience is preferred.
• Perks: Tips!
• Fixed Pay Rate: $12.00 per hour.

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 Restaurant Associates Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits

Both 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

In addition, 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)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

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.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf

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, and 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/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.