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Dining Room Attendant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.55 - $17.00
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Benefits

Flexible work environment
supportive work environment
ongoing training
Career advancement opportunities
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
Employee Discount Programs
safety shoes
Free Meals
uniform
Public transportation support
Parking support

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, dedicated to creating a better everyday for everyone it serves. With a presence spanning across numerous countries, Sodexo specializes in providing comprehensive food services, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions tailored to enhance the experiences of clients and employees alike. At Sodexo, the mission extends beyond business operations to fostering economic, social, and environmental progress within the communities it operates. This commitment to service excellence is grounded in a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that every employee is treated with fairness and respect and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. Sodexo’s work environment is flexible and supportive, designed to accommodate life’s important moments while promoting growth and development for its workforce.

The position of Dining Room Attendant at Sodexo, specifically located at Batten University, offers both full-time and part-time employment opportunities, with a competitive pay range of $12.55 to $17.00 per hour. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about customer service and dedicated to creating a welcoming dining atmosphere. The Dining Room Attendant acts as the face of Sodexo’s dining services, serving as a warm-welcomer and an experience ambassador to guests. Responsibilities include assisting servers, setting tables with clean napkins, china, and glassware, pouring water for guests, clearing and cleaning tables, and occasionally serving food. This role requires an individual who is adaptable and reliable, able to work varying shifts with open availability preferred. Candidates who are university students, including international students with restrictions on work hours, are generally encouraged to apply for open student worker positions unless specifically qualified and available for this role.

The Dining Room Attendant contributes meaningfully to elevating customer satisfaction by ensuring the dining environment is spotless and inviting. Attention to detail and a commitment to professionalism are key attributes for success in this position. The role provides an excellent entry point into the hospitality and food service industry, offering hands-on experience and opportunity for advancement through Sodexo’s ongoing training and development programs. Sodexo emphasizes the importance of teamwork and safe working conditions, cultivating a positive and respectful workplace culture where employees feel valued. Moreover, Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the wellbeing of employees and their families, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, 401k saving plans, discount programs, and more. Site-specific benefits may also be available, such as free shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation support, depending on location.

Joining Sodexo as a Dining Room Attendant means becoming part of a company committed to making a difference in people’s daily lives by providing exceptional dining experiences. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture where every employee’s ideas are heard and valued, contributing to a stronger, more cohesive team environment. Sodexo’s dedication to equal employment opportunity ensures a fair and welcoming workplace for all individuals, regardless of background or identity. Prospective candidates will find this role rewarding, not just in terms of compensation but in the opportunity to develop professionally within a global organization that champions purpose-driven work and community impact.

Job Requirements

  • ability to work varying shifts including days and hours with open availability preferred
  • good customer service skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • physical ability to stand and move for extended periods
  • ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with others
  • punctuality and reliability
  • willingness to perform cleaning and serving duties
  • basic communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • team-oriented
  • adaptable
  • reliable
  • able to nurture a healthy and safe working environment
  • 0 to 1 year of related work experience

Job Duties

  • assist servers in the dining room including setting tables with clean napkins, china and glassware, pouring water for guests and clearing/cleaning tables, and serving when needed
  • provide fast, friendly, professional, and responsive customer service to dining guests
  • remove dirty dishes, linen, glassware and flatware from table and counter tops, and transport items to designated area
  • attend work and show for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
  • perform other duties as assigned depending on business needs and client requirements

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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