DINING ARTIST SERVER FT IL

Arbor Acres is a reputable senior living community dedicated to providing an exceptional quality of life to senior adults through excellence, innovation, caring, and beauty. Their mission emphasizes cultivating community, comfort, and well-being by delivering superior service with warmth and professionalism. As a company, Arbor Acres is committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for both residents and staff, aiming for excellence in all aspects of service delivery. The company operates multiple dining venues and offers a variety of dining experiences designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of their residents, visitors, and staff. Arbor Acres stands out through its commitment to quality dining services, creating an enjoyable, welcoming, and attentive atmosphere within their senior living environment. This dedication extends to various service points including resident neighborhoods, special events, and catering services, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive dining experience for all those involved.

The position of Dining Artist - Server at Arbor Acres represents an important role within their dining services team. This role requires a dynamic individual equipped with the skills and abilities to serve food and beverages during resident meal periods, and also manage various service needs across dining venues, resident neighborhoods, special events, and catering services. The server acts as a frontline ambassador for Arbor Acres, ensuring residents and guests receive thoughtful, attentive, and beautifully presented service that meets meticulous quality standards. This job is a full-time, service-focused position that involves direct interaction with residents, visitors, and fellow employees. The Dining Artist - Server must be proficient in table-side, counter-top/register, and phone/internet order taking and processing, striving to provide friendly, professional, and efficient service at all times.

The role not only involves standard serving duties but also requires the server to be proactive in anticipating and fulfilling resident needs, offering assistance and maintaining communication throughout meal service periods. The server works under the guidance of Dining Arts Supervisors and collaborates closely with Lead Servers to uphold Arbor Acres’ standards of service and hospitality. This position demands attention to detail, adherence to sanitation and food handling protocols, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including HIPPA guidelines to protect resident confidentiality. Employees are encouraged to participate in ongoing training and development programs to enhance their skills and contribute to team excellence.

Physical demands for the Dining Artist - Server include the ability to manage various physical tasks such as lifting, bending, standing for long periods, and working in different temperature environments. The ability to handle frequent interruptions calmly and maintain excellent communication and interpersonal skills is crucial. Experience with POS systems and knowledge of foodservice ordering is essential, along with ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it within six months. An emphasis is placed on professionalism, teamwork, and fostering a positive experience for residents and co-workers alike, all while upholding the core values and mission of Arbor Acres.