WAITSTAFF

Dining Room AttendantResponsible for the prompt, pleasant, and efficient service to all community residents visiting dining rooms and activities. Remain aware of the physical appearance of dining rooms and waitress stations. Be watchful for situations that might pose a trip hazard for the residents.Essential Functions:Maintain or exceed standards of appearance and cleanliness. Maintain personal hygiene and health standardsMaintain and protect the confidentiality of resident information at all timesProvide a pleasant dining experience for all community residents, while following instructions to meet their specific dietary needs when necessaryResponsible for the proper dining set-up of the dining room(s) while meeting or exceeding hospitality and service standardsObtain food and supplies for meal service as directedDistribute and store clean dishesPractice safe, sanitary food handling for food preparation, food holding and serviceAssist in preparation of foods as directedPerform cleaning duties in dining room, kitchen, serving areas, cafeteria and storerooms as directedMop floors in areas as designated by supervisorPractice and observe all safety and loss prevention procedures; adhere to universal precautions and all infection control guidelinesMay perform other duties or fill in for other dining room or wait staff as requestedThe ability to work in a safe and alert mannerThe ability to take ownership for associate's safety and the safety of the residentsMust disclose any medication that might impair associate's ability to perform the job safely or competently.Non-Essential Functions:Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadershipMust possess a passion to work with and around senior citizensAttends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when ableCompletes all required courses in adherence with HRA UniversityIs prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basisBecomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalentBecomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuationAll associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residentsRequirements:Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:High school education or GED equivalent required.Minimum of one (1) year experience in "front of the house operations" within restaurant, hotel, club or similar environmentAble to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contactsKnowledge of OSHA regulationsKnowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulationsMust possess a passion to work with and around senior citizensMust have patience, tact, and cheerful dispositionBackground Screening Requirement:In all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the Clearinghouse, disqualifying offenses, and exemption procedures, please visit: