Utility Buffet Server

Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $14.50 - $15.00

Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts

Benefits

Pay on Demand

Employee Discounts

supportive leadership

Resort-style environment

Purpose-driven role

Job Description

Resort Lifestyle Communities (RLC) is a leading provider of senior living communities that focuses on creating vibrant, supportive, and caring environments for seniors across the nation. With over 60 communities nationwide, RLC offers resort-style living that combines comfort, care, and quality service. As a family-owned and fast-growing company, RLC prides itself on a strong team culture guided by core values of respect, honesty, kindness and compassion, and service excellence. The company aims to foster happy employees, happy residents, full occupancy, and on-budget operations, ensuring a thriving and fulfilling workplace for staff and a positive living experience for residents.

At RLC, serving seniors is not just a job, it is a calling. Employees are part of a close-knit, servant-hearted community where collaboration and respect are paramount. The working environment is supportive, purpose-driven, and dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors. The atmosphere is characterized by mutual respect, kindness, and a commitment to service excellence, allowing team members to thrive personally and professionally while contributing to the overall mission.

The role of Utility Buffet Server at RLC is an essential position responsible for delivering exceptional dining experiences to residents. This role goes beyond simply serving meals; it focuses on creating joyous, welcoming environments that enhance the residents' quality of life. Serving as a Utility Buffet Server involves greeting residents and guests warmly, presenting menu options clearly, and tailoring orders to individual preferences to ensure satisfaction. The role requires maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety in all food handling areas, ensuring the exhibition line is attractive and well-maintained, and handling kitchen equipment safely, including pizza ovens and sharp tools.

Teamwork and collaboration are key components of the position, with regular communication and feedback helping to maintain a positive and caring environment. The Utility Buffet Server will work closely with the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and other kitchen staff to support smooth operations and exemplary service. This position offers a unique opportunity for individuals seeking their first job to gain valuable real-world experience or for seasoned professionals to bring their skills and contribute immediately.

RLC offers a range of attractive perks including pay on demand, employee discounts, and a beautiful resort-style workplace. The company supports work-life balance through a defined work schedule typically from Monday to Friday in the evenings. It is a position that provides both meaningful engagement and growth opportunity, set within a dynamic, mission-driven company committed to its people and residents alike. Joining RLC as a Utility Buffet Server means joining a family where servant leadership shines, careers flourish, and every day brings the chance to make a real difference.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age or older to use the pizza oven, meat slicer or knives
Ability to work Monday-Friday 5:00pm-7:00pm
Must be able to communicate effectively in English with residents, guests, and employees
Ability to secure required food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two weeks of hire
No previous work experience is required
State regulations may require certain applicants to obtain a work permit before beginning employment
If this applies, the Community Manager will provide guidance on necessary steps
Required work permit must be submitted to the Community at the time of hire to ensure compliance with state requirements

Job Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age to operate pizza oven, meat slicer or knives
Ability to communicate effectively in English with residents, guests, and employees
Ability to work Monday-Friday 5:00pm-7:00pm
Ability to secure required food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two weeks of hire
No previous work experience required
Ability to obtain any necessary work permits as required by state regulations

Job Duties

Create a welcoming dining experience by greeting residents and guests with warmth, presenting menu options clearly, taking accurate orders, and tailoring portion sizes to individual preferences
Protect quality and safety by maintaining cleanliness and handling dishware with care to prevent breakage
Ensure seamless service by keeping the exhibition line attended and visually appealing throughout meal hours
Engage with professionalism when responding to feedback, addressing concerns promptly, and escalating issues to leadership when necessary
Operate kitchen equipment safely and confidently, including pizza ovens and sharp tools, following all safety standards
Contribute to team success by completing support work and additional tasks assigned by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef
Maintain strict sanitation standards in all food preparation and production areas