Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
competitive pay
ON DEMAND PAY
Career advancement opportunities
Positive work environment
State of the art facilities
teamwork environment
career satisfaction
Job Description
Friendship Village is a respected Life Plan Community situated in St. Louis, dedicated to providing exceptional senior living experiences to its residents. It prides itself on a supportive and compassionate environment catered specifically to active and engaged senior adults. With a commitment to high-quality care and community-building, Friendship Village offers a range of services and amenities that promote wellbeing, social engagement, and independence among its residents. The organization’s mission is to create a welcoming and nurturing environment that encourages growth, health, and happiness through every phase of life. The team at Friendship Village is composed of caring and dedicated professionals who work harmoniously to foster a warm and friendly community atmosphere. Joining this team means being part of a thriving, goal-oriented community where professional growth is encouraged and a positive work environment is a priority.
The role available is that of a Food Server within the assisted living nursing facility at Friendship Village. This part-time position offers approximately 25-30 hours per week, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking flexible hours, including those suitable for after school. Working in this position means playing a pivotal role in the day-to-day dining services for seniors, ensuring that each resident receives courteous, attentive, and personalized service. The Food Server is responsible for setting tables, maintaining cleanliness, taking meal orders, and providing food and therapeutic desserts or salads as requested. This role also involves transporting food and necessary items between different parts of the facility, adhering to strict hygiene and safety standards, and contributing to an overall pleasant dining experience.
The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude toward customer service and show genuine interest in geriatric care. They should excel in building and maintaining relationships with residents and fellow staff and demonstrate creativity and enthusiasm in fulfilling facility goals. While prior experience in waiting tables in a fine dining environment is preferred, it is not mandatory since on-the-job training is available. Successful candidates will be able to work well cooperatively with others, exhibit tact and grace in customer interactions, and have a fundamental understanding of hospitality principles and customer service. The role also requires mandatory weekend and holiday work with consistent hours ending no later than 8 pm. Friendship Village offers a positive and upbeat work environment, competitive pay, career advancement opportunities, and an innovative pay system allowing employees to access wages on demand. Individuals passionate about making a meaningful impact in a senior living community will find this Food Server role both rewarding and professionally satisfying.
The role available is that of a Food Server within the assisted living nursing facility at Friendship Village. This part-time position offers approximately 25-30 hours per week, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking flexible hours, including those suitable for after school. Working in this position means playing a pivotal role in the day-to-day dining services for seniors, ensuring that each resident receives courteous, attentive, and personalized service. The Food Server is responsible for setting tables, maintaining cleanliness, taking meal orders, and providing food and therapeutic desserts or salads as requested. This role also involves transporting food and necessary items between different parts of the facility, adhering to strict hygiene and safety standards, and contributing to an overall pleasant dining experience.
The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude toward customer service and show genuine interest in geriatric care. They should excel in building and maintaining relationships with residents and fellow staff and demonstrate creativity and enthusiasm in fulfilling facility goals. While prior experience in waiting tables in a fine dining environment is preferred, it is not mandatory since on-the-job training is available. Successful candidates will be able to work well cooperatively with others, exhibit tact and grace in customer interactions, and have a fundamental understanding of hospitality principles and customer service. The role also requires mandatory weekend and holiday work with consistent hours ending no later than 8 pm. Friendship Village offers a positive and upbeat work environment, competitive pay, career advancement opportunities, and an innovative pay system allowing employees to access wages on demand. Individuals passionate about making a meaningful impact in a senior living community will find this Food Server role both rewarding and professionally satisfying.
Job Requirements
- Ability to read, write, and speak English
- perform simple arithmetic
- follow written and oral instructions in English
- experience waiting tables preferred but not required
- ability to interpret and explain the menu
- ability to work cooperatively with residents, guests, visitors, families, supervisor and peers
- weekends and holidays mandatory
- consistent hours, no work past 8 pm
Job Qualifications
- Ability to read, write, and speak English
- experience waiting tables in a hotel, restaurant or club with fine dining preferred but not required
- ability to interpret and explain the menu
- ability to work in close cooperation with residents, guests, visitors, families, supervisor and peers
- requires courtesy, tact and graciousness
- fundamental understanding of hospitality, customer service, table service techniques, personal hygiene and appearance
Job Duties
- Sets tables and maintains work stations in proper order
- takes orders
- provides service and requested items both graciously and courteously
- clears dishes from tables during and after meal service
- answers pertinent questions about menu items
- prepares therapeutic desserts and salads as required
- transports hot and cold foods to and from the Village Care Center as needed
- transports all required non-food items to and from the Village Care Center, main dining rooms, and other areas as needed
- maintains sanitation, hygiene and safety standards
- assists in maintaining a high level of customer service for residents and guests
- assists with dishwashing and distribution of clean dishes if needed
- maintains acceptable standards of personal hygiene and complies with department dress code
- completes all assigned cleaning tasks
- maintains station equipment and work area in safe and sanitary conditions
- attends in-service training and education sessions as assigned
- performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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