Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.00 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Fredericka Manor Retirement Community is a well-established and respected living facility dedicated to providing exceptional care and a welcoming environment for senior residents. As a part of Front Porch residential communities, Fredericka Manor focuses on offering top-notch amenities, compassionate services, and a vibrant community life tailored to the unique lifestyles of older adults. Known for its commitment to quality and resident satisfaction, the community provides a safe and comfortable atmosphere where seniors can enjoy their retirement years with dignity and peace of mind. With a team devoted to health, wellness, and active living, Fredericka Manor Retirement Community ensures that each resident’s needs are thoughtfully met in all aspects of daily life, including dining and social activities.
The Food Server position at Fredericka Manor Retirement Community is a part-time role offering approximately 24 hours of work per week, including varied day shifts and weekend lunch and/or dinner shifts. The pay range for this role is competitive, between $19.00 and $21.00 per hour, reflecting the importance of the server’s contribution towards dining excellence and resident satisfaction. The server works under the supervision of the Dining Room Manager and serves a critical role in creating memorable dining experiences for residents and their guests. This role requires not just good food service skills but also warm and positive guest interaction to ensure a welcoming and comfortable dining environment.
Candidates in this position must have some basic food knowledge and excellent customer service abilities, enabling them to assist residents effectively, suggest menu items, help with drink selections, and communicate specific guest needs to kitchen staff. They perform key tasks such as preparing tables, maintaining cleanliness and order, ensuring proper dining experience, and even filling in for absent staff or assisting with special events as needed. The role emphasizes attentiveness to guests’ needs and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and operational procedures.
As a part of the team, the Food Server must comply with all federal, state, and corporate policies and health codes. The server is also expected to participate in safety programs, attend mandatory in-service meetings, and be prepared to respond appropriately to emergencies in accordance with facility guidelines. This position requires someone who is safety-conscious, courteous, and dedicated to upholding the dignity and comfort of Fredericka Manor’s residents.
Overall, this job offers a meaningful opportunity for individuals who enjoy working closely with seniors, have strong interpersonal skills, and want to contribute positively to a community-focused environment. The role supports continuous professional development through mandatory training and aligns with a forward-thinking employer that values diversity and equal opportunity. The Food Server is a vital link in delivering exceptional dining service and enhancing the quality of life for residents at Fredericka Manor Retirement Community.
The Food Server position at Fredericka Manor Retirement Community is a part-time role offering approximately 24 hours of work per week, including varied day shifts and weekend lunch and/or dinner shifts. The pay range for this role is competitive, between $19.00 and $21.00 per hour, reflecting the importance of the server’s contribution towards dining excellence and resident satisfaction. The server works under the supervision of the Dining Room Manager and serves a critical role in creating memorable dining experiences for residents and their guests. This role requires not just good food service skills but also warm and positive guest interaction to ensure a welcoming and comfortable dining environment.
Candidates in this position must have some basic food knowledge and excellent customer service abilities, enabling them to assist residents effectively, suggest menu items, help with drink selections, and communicate specific guest needs to kitchen staff. They perform key tasks such as preparing tables, maintaining cleanliness and order, ensuring proper dining experience, and even filling in for absent staff or assisting with special events as needed. The role emphasizes attentiveness to guests’ needs and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and operational procedures.
As a part of the team, the Food Server must comply with all federal, state, and corporate policies and health codes. The server is also expected to participate in safety programs, attend mandatory in-service meetings, and be prepared to respond appropriately to emergencies in accordance with facility guidelines. This position requires someone who is safety-conscious, courteous, and dedicated to upholding the dignity and comfort of Fredericka Manor’s residents.
Overall, this job offers a meaningful opportunity for individuals who enjoy working closely with seniors, have strong interpersonal skills, and want to contribute positively to a community-focused environment. The role supports continuous professional development through mandatory training and aligns with a forward-thinking employer that values diversity and equal opportunity. The Food Server is a vital link in delivering exceptional dining service and enhancing the quality of life for residents at Fredericka Manor Retirement Community.
Job Requirements
- Food handlers’ certification from local health department
- Some high school education
- 1+ years of previous food service or related experience preferred
Job Qualifications
- Food handlers’ certification from local health department
- Some high school education
- 1+ years of previous food service or related experience preferred
Job Duties
- Provides quality customer service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction
- Prepares the tables, laying out napkins and utensils, making sure the condiments are refilled, performing all other preparation tasks
- Stays updated on current menu choices, specialties and menu deviations, knowing if the kitchen staff is running out of any items
- Directs guests to their tables, presents menus, suggests dishes, assists in drink selection, informs guests about food preparation details, communicates specific guest needs to the cooks
- Maintains proper dining experience, delivers items, fulfills guest needs, offers desserts and drinks, removes courses, replenishes utensils, refills glasses
- Performs basic cleaning tasks as needed or directed by supervisor
- Fills in for absent staff as needed
- Assists with special events as needed
- Greets all guests and owners warmly with an appropriate greeting
- Follows highest standards of cleanliness
- Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs
- Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner
- Wears safety equipment as required for the job
- Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor
- Follows department safety standards, practices correct body mechanic techniques and participates in campus-wide safety programs
- Attends all mandatory in-service meetings
- Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures
- Understands facility's fire and disaster plans
- follows established procedures during drills and actual emergencies
- Brings pie
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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