JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision of the Dining Supervisor, the wait staff performs a variety of duties involving preparation and service of balanced meals to the residents of Glencroft. The Wait Staff / Server will possess a genuine interest in and concern for the food service industry and for geriatric, chronically ill and/or disabled persons. Must be able to fluently communicate in or to take or give direction or guidance in the English language.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITY
A thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures in the use and operation of food service. A professional appearance and hygiene is to be maintained at all times.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Regular attendance is considered an essential function of this position and is necessary for the efficient operation of the business
- Greets and seats customers, takes orders and serves using proper rules of etiquette.
- Prepares busses and serves all tables as required to include beverage service
- Prepares tables for dining, including tableware, linens, condiments, etc.
- Washes and sanitizes tables, chairs and meal trays, and various cleaning duties as required.
- Maintains adequate supply of consumables, including condiments, napkins, straws, etc.
- Assists in the passing and preparation of meal trays and assists Cooks as requested.
- Delivers nourishments and snacks as needed.
- Inspects deliveries ensuring proper items and quantities are delivered and that temperatures are recorded while adhering to safe food handling practices.
- Tastes and smells prepared food to determine quality and palatability.
- Maintains HACCP records on a daily basis, monitoring temperatures of hot and cold foods throughout service including prior to, during and cool down to ensure established temperature goals are met.
- Assist in training and education of new personnel as assigned by the Executive Chef, Manager, Supervisor and or the Director of Dining Services.
- Ensures that the service area has been secured at the end of the shift. All equipment and lights are turned off and all doors and gates are locked.
- Practices a safety first attitude reporting any unsafe behavior or working condition in accordance with Glencroft Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Cleans and sanitizes work area and equipment as assigned assuming responsibility for the clean and orderly condition of areas and equipment used on the shift.
- Assists with various duties relating to special activities and functions.
- Attends departmental staff meetings, in-services and other related meetings as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.