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Job summary

Prepare dining areas and assist with food and beverage preparation, presentation, and service for residents, guests, and the public. Maintain a safe and pleasant dining environment, clean and bus tables, support housekeeping or laundry as needed, communicate positively with residents and staff, and respond to emergencies.

Job details

This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative. Location: Summerland Seniors Village (Summerland, BC) Position: Part-Time Permanent (3:30pm-8:00pm shifts) About Us At Retirement Concepts and West Coast Seniors Housing Management we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents. About The Role The Server reports to the Support Services Manager and/or designate and performs all aspects of service in the dining room, resident lounges and room service for residents, guests, and the public. The Server provides quality customer service to all persons served as relates to the culinary experience at our communities. Responsibilities Include but not limited to; Prepares dining room for all services which includes; setting tables, stocking necessary items, assisting the preparation, presentation and serving of food and beverages. Carries out general cleaning duties in the dining room which includes; clearing and bussing tables, scrapping and at times washing dishes while following the company’s Infection Protection and Control guidelines. Establish and maintain an atmosphere conducive to pleasant dining by creating an environment which maintains the happiness, self-respect, general dignity and physical safety of each resident. Promote and maintain positive communication and relationships among staff, residents and the public. Responsible for some or all tasks related to housekeeping and laundry duties as required. Attends and participates in community and education programs. Responds to resident and building emergencies. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications And Skills Grade 10 or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 1-2 year’s experience in a dining room environment an asset. Food Safe Level 1 Certificate Serving It Right Certificate as applicable. WHMIS Certificate. Demonstrates collaborative and team working skills. All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines. Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions. Ability to operate related food service equipment. Must be in good health, physically able to operate food service equipment and tasks related to the position. Also, must be free from communicable diseases and allergies or conditions which may be aggravated by working with cleaners, detergents, and equipment. Retirement Concepts and West Coast Seniors Housing Management is an equal opportunity employer.

What you’ll do

Prepare dining areas and assist with food and beverage preparation, presentation, and service for residents, guests, and the public. Maintain a safe and pleasant dining environment, clean and bus tables, support housekeeping or laundry as needed, communicate positively with residents and staff, and respond to emergencies.

Requirements

Requires Grade 10 or equivalent education, training, and experience, along with Food Safe Level 1, WHMIS, and Serving It Right certification where applicable. One to two years of dining room experience is an asset; applicants must be able to communicate in English, operate food service equipment, meet the physical demands of the role, and pass a vulnerable sector criminal record check.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Housekeeping · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Food service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food Service
• Dining Room Service
• Customer Service
• Food And Beverage Preparation
• Table Setting
• Food Presentation
• Cleaning And Dishwashing
• Infection Prevention And Control
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Food Service Equipment Operation
• Emergency Response
• Housekeeping
• Laundry

Job areas

• Hospitality
• Food & Beverage
• Healthcare
• Customer Service & Support