Dining Room Server

# Dining Room Server Education Level None## Description
** General Description**:
Provide assistance and service in all food functions in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local regulatory guidelines.
** Duties and Responsibilities**:
* Review menus prior to serving times and understand menu.
* Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
* Assist cooks in meal preparation including salads and desserts.
* Follow department standard procedures for wait staff in serving residents meals.
* Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
* Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.
* Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
* Obtain food supplies for next meal.
* Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas. Serve food in dining room as instructed.
* Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for next meal.
* Remove food trays from carts, kitchen, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area.
* Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.
* Follow safety regulations and precautions at all times.
* Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
* Report missing/illegible labels or MSDSs to your supervisor.
* Make only authorized food substitutions.
* Restock condiments on tables.
* Assist in food preparation for special meals, for parties, etc.
* Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
* Clean and sanitize work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.
* Sweep and mop floors as directed.
* Carry soiled utensils, dishes etc., to wash area.
* Return clean utensils and dishes to proper storage areas.
* Ensure that safety regulations and precautions are followed at all times by all personnel.
* Follow established Infection Control Precautions policies and procedures when performing daily tasks.
* Agree not to disclose resident’s protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Executive Director.
* All other duties as assigned by Director of Dining Services.## Qualifications
** Qualifications**:
* High school diploma preferred.
* Must have good interpersonal skills.
* Must have a general understanding of special diets in accordance with State and ADA regulatory guidelines.
* One (1) year food experience in a capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).
* Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
* Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and proper performance of assigned duties.
* Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
* Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 40 pounds
* May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
** Requirements:
*** Must be able to speak, read and understand verbal and written instructions in English; and must be able to be understood clearly and easily by residents as English is the prevailing language at Holly Hall Retirement Community.
* Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
* Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the public.
* Must be able to work harmoniously with other personnel.
* Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
* Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours.
* Is subject to frequent interruptions.
* Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
* Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
* Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with other staff.
* Must be in good general heath and demonstrate emotional stability.
* Must be able to lift, push, pull, move and manipulate at least 50 pounds.
* Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.