Lead Server – Full-Time

The Bristal Assisted Living • Village of Lynbrook, NY, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1w ago

Looking for a career where you can make a difference in someone else's life? Where opportunities abound to advance your future, both personally and professionally? The Bristal Assisted Living is the place for you. You'll thrive in a premier senior care organization that values you as an individual — not just your experience and skillsets, but your unique talents and energy. You'll enrich the community in which you work, and that community will enrich you. We call what we do at The Bristal "hospitality with a higher purpose." We know you'll make an impactful difference. Because the difference is you. Come join us!

We are seeking a friendly, professional, organized and, above all, compassionate Lead Server with the kind, patient and cheerful spirit to deliver an exceptional dining experience. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all meals are served and presented in accordance with the guidelines established by the Director of Food Service. The loving care, attention, and great customer service you bring to the dining experience are fundamental to the quality of life and the general wellbeing of our residents every day.

Responsibilities include:

Helping the Dining Room Manager prepare work schedules for Dining Room personnel
Assigning waitstaff and bus staff to their stations on each shift
Ensuring all dining room systems are functional before, during, and after meals
Monitoring food delivery, table satisfaction, and bussing procedures continually
Maintaining safety standards at all times
Logging records of guest checks
Overseeing cleanliness of dining room and kitchen areas assigned to waitstaff
Participating in offsite events, holiday parties, and special onsite events
Performing other duties as assigned by the Dining Room Manager or Director of Food Service

Must be able to work at least one weekend day per week (Tues–Sat or Sun–Thurs).

Qualifications:

Willing to wait on tables and run a station
Remain friendly and courteous to residents and fellow team members
Participate as a team player, always with a positive attitude
Able to carry a tray of about 30 pounds on shoulder
Experience working with a senior population is preferred, but not required
Familiarity with food safety, food preparation, and board of health guidelines is a plus
Able to adjust to different personality types and situations in positive ways
Must always be reliable, caring, and gentle in actions and demeanor
Maintains an abiding respect for the elderly and remains calm at all times

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