Host/Hostess - Part Time

Bethesda Senior Living Communities is a reputable organization dedicated to providing high-quality living environments and compassionate care for senior residents. Their facilities emphasize comfort, respect, and personalized attention to enhance the quality of life for older adults. With a focus on community, care, and customer service, Bethesda Senior Living is committed to creating an atmosphere where residents feel valued and supported by attentive staff and comprehensive services. These communities offer a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment designed to meet the unique needs of the elderly population they serve. Employees at Bethesda Senior Living are part of a mission that emphasizes servant leadership, compassion, and responsibility, fostering a collaborative and supportive workplace culture. As an employer, Bethesda Senior Living offers a variety of benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth, valuing integrity and positive attitudes in all staff roles.

The role of the Part-Time Host/Hostess at Bethesda Senior Living Communities is critical for ensuring excellent dining experiences for senior residents, their families, and guests. This position requires the candidate to be responsible for overseeing meal service operations, ensuring that all residents receive prompt and professional service in a welcoming dining environment. The Host/Hostess coordinates and supervises the activities of Care Partners, Medication Aides (CMAs, QMAPs), and other assigned staff during meal service hours, collaborating closely with the Culinary Services Director, Health Services Director, and Executive Director or other community leadership to maintain smooth service flow and staff coverage.

Key responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and proper setup of the dining areas, managing seating arrangements, taking meal orders, and ensuring customer satisfaction by responding to feedback and maintaining a positive customer service atmosphere. The Host/Hostess also manages guest reservations and special dining room settings, such as the Private Dining Room, and ensures compliance with community policies on sanitation and safety. This role is ideal for individuals with a compassionate attitude towards seniors, strong organizational and leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The position demands some weekend and holiday availability, reflecting the operational hours of the community dining services. Benefits vary based on employment status but can include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, paid time off, and other employee assistance programs. Bethesda Senior Living values work-life balance and offers several financial and health-related employee benefits as part of its commitment to staff well-being.