Waitstaff - Part Time

The Bristal; Village of Lake Grove (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A premier senior care organization in Lake Grove is seeking a part-time Waiter/Waitress to assist residents during meal times. You will take orders, assist with menu selections, and ensure a pleasant dining experience. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and multi-tasking skills. Experience is preferred, but not essential. Join a team that values hospitality and enriches the lives of the elderly community.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Waiter/Waitress in a restaurant or food service-related industry.
• Able to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, patient, and able to satisfy a demanding customer base.

Responsibilities

• Take resident meal orders patiently and cheerfully.
• Check station tables for settings and cleanliness.
• Assist residents with menu selection.
• Plate appetizers, salads, soups, beverages, and desserts.
• Bus tables after meals.

Skills

Customer service skills

Multi-tasking ability

Communication skills

Education

ServSafe Food Handler certification

Job description

Lake Grove
2995 Middle Country Rd.
Lake Grove, NY 11755, USA

Overview

Looking for a career where you can make a difference in someone else’s life? Where opportunities abound to advance your future, both personally and professionally? The Bristal Assisted Living is the place for you. You’ll thrive in a premier senior care organization that values you as an individual — not just your experience and skillsets, but your unique talents and energy. You’ll enrich the community in which you work, and that community will enrich you. We call what we do at The Bristal “hospitality with a higher purpose.” We know you’ll make an impactful difference. Because the difference is you. Come join us!

Responsibilities

• Patiently and cheerfully taking resident meal orders
• Checking station tables for settings and cleanliness
• Reading the menu before service so that you can knowledgeably assist the residents with their selections
• Assisting in the plating and proper portion controls of some or all of the following: appetizers, salads, soups, beverages and desserts
• Bussing tables at the end of the meal

Part‑time – Days/Hours will vary.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Waiter/Waitress in a restaurant or food‑service‑related industry
• Able to function in a fast‑paced environment
• Have a strong ability to multi‑task
• Possesses good communication, customer service and people skills
• Is professional, patient and able to satisfy a demanding customer base
• Experience working with a senior population is preferred, but not required
• Is a team player, willing to help out where needed to ensure a pleasurable dining experience
• Familiarity with food safety, food preparation and board of health guidelines is a plus
• Is able to adjust to different personality types and situations in positive ways
• Must always be reliable, caring and gentle in actions and demeanor
• Maintains an abiding respect for the elderly and remains calm at all times

Desired Qualifications

• ServSafe Food Handler certification

EEO Statement

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