Waiter/Waitress

Winchester Gardens is seeking an experienced Waiters/Waitresses to join our team!

Winchester Gardens is a Springpoint Senior Living Community located in Maplewood, NJ. The Waiters/Waitresses take food and beverage orders and efficiently delivers items to dining room guests.

To apply for this position, please use the following link: WAITER/WAITRESS (PART TIME) Job Details | Compass Group

Responsibilities:

• Promptly and warmly greet guests in the dining room; takes food and beverages in an efficient manner, following established steps of service.
• Delivers food promptly and professionally; maintains safe food handling and sanitation standards. Follows up periodically to assist with any additional needs or requests.
• Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items and ingredients. Advises guests on appropriate combinations of food and drinks when requested; accommodates reasonable requests and notes preferences. As needed, demonstrates knowledge of specialized diets and allergens.
• Communicates directly with back-of-the-house staff to ensure that orders are delivered correctly and special requests are accommodated.
• Exhibits exceptional communications skills and demonstrates ability to get along well with others. Remains flexible and patient when communicating with guests and staff.
• Collects tickets and follow proper cash-handling procedures.
• Promotes a clean, safe and neat environment for guests.
• Maintains a high level of sensitivity and confidentiality regarding personal or medical information that is shared.
• Promptly addresses complaints or issues; relays relevant information or complaints directly to supervisor.
• Ensures that the dining room is properly set up prior to and after the service period; keeps area clean and neat while meeting established sanitation standards.
• Operates a variety of equipment, including fire extinguishers, telephones, iced tea/soda machines, soup wells and coffee machines.
• Works with staff of other departments to perform job duties during special events and functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Prior Waiter/Waitress experience is required.

Comprehensive Benefits Package (Full Time):

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Hourly Rate: $17-$18