Waitstaff / Server

San Diego, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $17.00 - $19.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

retirement savings plan

health flexible spending accounts

dependent care flexible spending accounts

life and accident insurance

short term disability

hospital indemnity

Critical Illness

Paid Time Off

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Lantern Crest is a well-established senior living community located in Santee, California, dedicated to providing exceptional care and comfort to its residents. As a hospitality-focused organization, Lantern Crest emphasizes a high standard of service, particularly through its Culinary department, ensuring every aspect of the dining experience contributes to the overall well-being and satisfaction of residents. Known for its warm, caring environment, Lantern Crest combines professional expertise with a compassionate approach to senior living, making it a highly regarded choice for families and individuals seeking quality assisted living and dementia care.

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Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
previous food service experience preferred
food handlers certification or ability to obtain upon hire
reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
responsible and able to exercise good judgment
ability to accept administrative supervision
attention to detail
ability to follow instructions
effective and courteous communication skills
ability to maintain confidentiality
strong interpersonal skills
ability to work as part of a team
sensitivity to clients' needs
ability to sit or stand for long periods
ability to reach, bend, climb, stoop, and lift up to 50 lbs
ability to perform repetitive hand movements and use/view PC
successful completion of pre-screening tuberculin skin test or x-ray and urine drug screen test
ability to undergo physical examination
successful background check including fingerprinting and criminal records check
proof of eligibility to work in the United States
willingness to work flexible schedules

Job Qualifications

Minimum, high school diploma or equivalent
previous food service experience preferred, especially in hospitality, restaurant, or senior living settings
food handlers certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
strong team building, interpersonal, and organizational skills
ability to establish and maintain effective peer relationships with coworkers, community-wide, and the public
ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, and address audiences effectively
ability to exercise balanced judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
willingness to be part of a team and cooperate in accomplishing department goals and objectives
ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, take initiative, be proactive, and function in a rapidly changing environment
ability to work with people of all social and ethnic backgrounds, resolve conflicts, negotiate situations, and facilitate consensus

Job Duties

Makes resident satisfaction the top priority by providing courteous, efficient, and professional service to residents, family members, and visitors
interacts with all guests in a friendly, respectful, and professional manner to ensure a positive dining experience
accurately takes and enters food and beverage orders, verifying accuracy and special requests in the POS system
demonstrates knowledge of menu items, ingredients, preparation methods, and daily specials to assist residents with selections
follows all proper serving and etiquette standards (e.g., serving from the left, clearing between courses)
ensures food is attractively plated and served at the appropriate temperature
delivers meals to resident rooms or prepares take-out orders as required
prepares the dining area prior to each meal, ensuring tables, chairs, and supplies (salt, pepper, condiments, etc.) are clean and properly stocked
maintains a clean, organized, and sanitary dining environment before, during, and after meal service
buses tables, returns dishes to the kitchen, and assists with general cleaning duties as needed
works cooperatively with team members and supports the Culinary Services department by assisting with inventory, dishwashing, deliveries, and restocking as needed
reports any equipment malfunctions or safety issues promptly to the Director of Culinary Services
assists in marketing efforts through friendly interaction with guests and visitors during tours or community events
observes and promptly reports any changes in residents' conditions or behavior to a supervisor
maintains confidentiality of resident and staff information at all times
maintain current knowledge of senior living, assisted living, and dementia-specific care through ongoing education
work a flexible schedule as needed to support events, tours, and community outreach
perform other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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