Optima Living Hiring For Server at Calgary, AB Full Time

Let us welcome you home to The Edward in Calgary, AB

Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.

Our Vision: For every person to feel at home.

This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” All of us here feel it is an honour to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavours.

As a Server, you are responsible for the well-being of our residents through creating a friendly, inviting dining experience for our residents.
This is a permanent part time position (18hrs weekly), weekday and weekend availability required, shifts 4pm to 8:30pm

Responsibilities

• Greeting residents

• Take meal orders

• Answering questions about menu items

• Serve meals and beverages, including carrying heavy trays

• Kindly work with residents requiring alternate menu option due to allergies or medical reasons

• Assist with dishes and food preparation

• Ensure the dining room and kitchen are safe and sanitary

• Serve during special events and catered functions as needed

• Setting and re-setting tables, clearing debris and garbage

• Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies

• Identify and report any health, safety, and maintenance concerns

• Be able to maintain patient and tactful composure when dealing with residents, family members, staff members and visitors

• Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year serving experience is considered an asset

• Strong background in food services in a residential care setting or hotel is an asset

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors and operational partners

• Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle fast paced environment

• Comprehensive food services knowledge, including focus on quality, production, sanitation and presentation

• Superior oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Conditions of Employment

• Food Handlers Permit

• Clear Police Information Check

• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

• COVID-19 vaccination proof. This requirement may be waived if you have received an exemption through the provincial government.

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