Server- The Vineyards

Company Description

Building on the legacy and vision of our Founders, the California Armenian Home, as a progressively led non-profit, is committed to provide a one-of-a-kind, people centered, planned community to serve all levels of senior living with extraordinary lifestyle experiences, compassionate care, and gracious hospitality.

Guiding Principles:

• Always put people first.
• Provide warm hospitality and heartfelt compassionate care.
• Family, celebration, tradition, good food & good people.
• Inclusive culture based on integrity, humility, and compassion.
• Serving our residents and one another with respect.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and enrichment.
• A wonderful place to call home.
• Environment of teamwork and trust for employees.

Our leadership extends beyond business goals and business results. It focuses on our Mission and Principles, to guide our resident experience and our employee culture.

Server : Job Summary Introduction

The Culinary Team of The Vineyards | California Armenian Home creates unforgettable long-term care experiences for our diverse senior population. Here you can use your skills in our fast-paced environment, in areas that range from leadership roles, culinary experiences, to lifestyle programs, and everything in between. No matter your role, you will help to provide a one-of-a-kind experience for our residents, guests, and staff.

Job Description

The Server / Waitstaff provides exceptional dining service to residents in a timely, courteous, efficient, and accurate manner with a sincerely pleasant and professional demeanor. He or she performs a variety of duties related to meal service, including greeting residents, taking orders, stocking, cleaning, catering, and dishing salads and desserts for meal service. In addition, the server / waitstaff must be aware of all dietary needs or restrictions for each resident and must follow proper sanitation standards and keep his or her workstation clean and sanitary at all times.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of food service experience. Experience in an assisted living community or long-term care setting is a plus. Candidates must have a pleasant and courteous personality, the physical ability to perform all aspects of this job (lifting, standing, bending, etc.), and must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least one year of experience in an assisted living community preferred
• Able to work a flexible schedule, which may include working days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong organization skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress.
• Neat and clean appearance
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Knowledge of general sanitary and safety practices
• Helpful attitude and friendly demeanor
• Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed
• Two years of experience preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Helps educate/train new staff members
• Ensures that work areas are clean and that equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored
• Follows safety and sanitation rules and practices
• Helps bus and set tables and performs side-work as needed
• Greets all residents in a warm, sincere, and helpful manner
• Delivers room trays when needed
• Communicates with residents and supervisors about dietary needs and restrictions and stays aware of diet changes
• Portions and plates any salad or dessert items to be served during the meal service
• Takes orders and serves meals and beverages promptly and courteously
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attends required team meetings
• Cleans floors and removes trash
• Cleans work areas and all equipment used in food preparation
• Clears tables of used dishes, glasses, and silverware during mealtimes
• Ensures a proper supply of clean dishware, utensils, and glassware to stock the dining areas and set tables
• Helps with dining room service when needed (pouring beverages, etc.)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Lunch-On-Us twice per week
• Health & Wellness Program
• Vacation Pay
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Direct Deposit
• 24/7 monitored guard house, for an extra layer of security.

If you have the qualifications and experience we are looking for, please apply with your resume attached. We look forward to reviewing your application!