WAITSTAFF – PT Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

WAITSTAFF – PT

St. James Place of Baton Rouge / SJP Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Part-time From $13 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Customer service Catering English High school diploma or GED Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description St. James Place is committed to having a workplace culture where people love to come to work, feel appreciated, continue to grow and find meaning in their work. Are you looking for an opportunity that allows you to contribute your talent and passion while providing Joyful Service? St. James Place is the right opportunity for you.

Compensation Range:

$13/hr and up depending on experience.

Schedule:

10am – 8pm and 4pm – 8pm, work two weekends and off one weekend Job Duties The waiter position involves engaging customers in a friendly and professional manner, taking accurate food and beverage orders, communicating effectively with residents and the culinary team and serving our residents with caring hospitality. He or she performs a variety of duties related to meal service, including greeting residents, taking orders stocking, cleaning, and catering for meal service. The wait-staff presents ordered choices and responds to requests regarding food and beverage selections. Responsibilities include removing courses and dinnerware as well as assisting with cleaning and other kitchen duties as needed. Qualifications Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent required 1-2 years wait-staff experience preferred Alcohol Servers License required Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English language and follow written and oral instructions Knowledgeable of proper food handling procedures Excellent verbal communication skills required Commitment to providing excellent customer service experiences to all patrons in the dining room Must attend Wait-Staff Training class within 30 days after hire date and adhere to the procedures and standards set forth in the training Essential Functions Dining Room Set-up and Service Maintains high standards of dining room set-up, service, and sanitation Prepares the dining room by clothing tables and setting decorations, condiments, candles, napkins, service plates, and utensils in the appropriate places Lights candles at dusk Maintains the table setting by removing courses as completed, replenishing utensils, refilling beverage glasses, and being alert to patron spills or other special needs Consistently monitors the salad bar to ensure product freshness and quantity Food and Beverage Service Transmits food orders to the kitchen staff Keeps kitchen staff informed by noting the timing of the meal progression Serves orders and any accompaniments and/or condiments as requested by the patron Prior to serving, inspects prepared food to ensure adherence to specifications, observing appearance, quality, and temperature Demonstrates proper serving techniques with adherence to proper sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies Ensures the expectations of residents and visitors are consistently met regarding the service they receive Responds in a professional manner to all patrons in the dining room, including responding to and resolving complaints regarding food orders General knowledge of catering set-ups Menu Knowledge Presents menu and is knowledgeable regarding the daily Chef’s Specials, soup of the day, and other special order options Knowledgeable regarding questions related to food preparation and menu items Interpersonal relationships Demonstrates good rapport and cooperative work relationship with others Cooperatively adapts to changes, especially in crisis situations Always exhibits a positive attitude Attendance and reliability Provides proper notification and advance notice for absences or tardiness Willing to adjust personal schedule when needed Arrives on time and ready to work at the start of the assigned shift Other behavioral factors Displays good communication skills when dealing with peers, subordinates, residents and visitors Follows proper lines of communication as established by the organization Displays enthusiasm in performance of own duties Dresses in a professional manner and according to dress code policy; practices good personal hygiene; wears ID badge

Physical Requirements:

Requires extended standing and/or walking. Ability to lift heavy objects. Frequent bending and stooping. Benefits Dental insurance Vision insurance Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Critical Illness LA Start Savings 529 Plan 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program EEO Statement:

St. James Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit, hire, promote, and train for all jobs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Experience Preferred Previous customer service experience preferred Skills Required Reliable Work Ethic Helpful attitude & friendly demeanor Ability to be flexible

Behaviors Required Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Preferred Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group Motivations Required Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Job Security:

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Self-Starter:

Inspired to perform without outside help Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.