What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waitstaff/Server position at Heritage Valley Senior Living Communities?
*HIGH SCHOOL SPECIFIC OPPORTUNITY*
Department: Dietary
Work Hours: 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm Casual
WAITSTAFF/SERVER POSITION
The primary function of this position is to assist the Cook in meal preparation and serving meals to residents in accordance with all guidelines and regulations that govern the facility. Servers ensure that all residents have an enjoyable meal experience and that the dietary department is maintained in a clean, safe and comfortable manner. Our Servers report to the Food Services Director and may receive guidance from the Executive Director.
TOP AREAS OF FOCUS
- Responsible for minor preparation of food for meals and for in-between meal nourishments.
- Work on the tray-line, serving desserts, salads, beverages or tray set-up.
- Set up the dining room tables with complete individual place settings for each meal and in an attractive manner.
- Deliver food carts to the dining room(s).
- Check in food and supply deliveries in the absence of the supervisor.
- Deliver food carts to the dining rooms and nursing stations. Assist nursing staff with distribution of meals.
- Responsible for sanitary maintenance of food storage areas, equipment, environment and work surfaces using approved sanitizing solutions.
- Possess effective communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in dealing with elderly and ill populations, health care providers and community services.
- Maintain a professional, customer-oriented demeanor and work cooperatively with co-workers and peers.
BENEFITS OFFERED
- Great Opportunity for High School Students (Part-time after school/weekends)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Free Parking
- Health Benefits, including Dental and Vision (through Ohio Valley Hospital)
- Life Insurance, Short/long-term Disability
- Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Time
- 403(b) Plan
- School of Nursing (RN) Scholarship Offered (through Ohio Valley Hospital)
- Tuition Reimbursement
BEST PARTS OF THE JOB
- Meaningful work and connection to our mission.
- Relationship with our residents.
- Colleagues who work together as a team.
- A true desire to be a “best place to work.”
- Thorough orientation and ongoing training.
- Engaged and committed leadership team.
- Fun employee events!
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to walk, sit for extended periods of time, bend, lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds and occasionally push carts weighing up to one hundred (100) pounds. Additional physical requirements can be shared upon request.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Exposure to food services and/or personal care is helpful, but not required.
SENIOR LIVING AT THE WILLOWS
Heritage Valley Senior Living Community is a progressive senior living community – offering personal care, independent living and memory care - located in Kennedy Township with growing opportunities for caring and dedicated healthcare professionals.
Heritage Valley Senior Living Community, an affiliate of Heritage Valley Hospital, part of the Heritage Valley Health System, is located at 30 Heckel Road, Kennedy Township, PA 15136. The campus includes 83 personal care residents, 17 memory care resident and independent living apartments.
