Dining Server

Job Summary:

The Server serves food and beverages to residents in accordance with established Benchmark policies and procedures. S/he performs duties under the direction of the Dining Services Director, to assure that quality food service is provided to meet the needs of the residents.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities:

• Advises supervisor when supplies diminish for reorder
• Communicates effectively with supervisor and kitchen staff
• Takes food and beverage orders from residents and serves meals on a timely basis that are both presentable and appetizing in appearance.
• Sets up and delivers meal trays and food carts to the dining room as instructed.
• Handles requests from residents who require assistance with meal selection or have specific needs.
• Serves well-presented meals on a timely basis
• Sets up dining room for the next scheduled meal.
• Performs other general server duties as assigned.
• Assists in inventorying supplies.
• Obtains or replenishes necessary dining room supplies before the next scheduled meal.
• Checks room service trays before distribution.
• Follows safety regulations and precautions at all times.
• Follows established Infection Control procedures when performing daily tasks.
• Ensures that all food service areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are properly maintained.
• Reports all hazardous conditions and equipment to your supervisor.
• Reports all accidents to the Dining Services Director or the Executive Director.
• Disposes of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Assists in daily or scheduled cleaning duties
• Cleans tables, chairs, refrigerators and freezers, etc.
• Carries soiled dishes, cups, glasses, and utensils to proper storage areas.
• Keeps work areas clean, dry, and free of food, beverages, etc.
• Returns used food trays from food carts, dining room, etc., and delivers to the dishwashing area.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous dining room and server experience.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to interact effectively with residents and staff
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
• Must have knowledge of dietary procedures, as well as related Health Department regulations and guidelines pertaining to food service operations.
• Must be able to serve food and beverages for residents in a prompt and efficient manner.

Physical Requirements:

PHYSICAL JOB ANALYSIS

JOB TITLE: Server/Lead Server

The principal duties and responsibilities are listed in the formal job description. This form is intended to provide a summary of the physical demands of the job.

Disclaimer: 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. 

I ______________________________ have read this job description and understand the duties and responsibilities of the position ofServer.I further understand that it is my responsibility to perform my duties consistent with the highest standards of Benchmark Senior Living.

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