What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cafe Server position at Adventist Health?
We are seeking a Cafe Server to join our Nutrition Services Department. This position is full time varied shift, scheduled 40 hours per week and is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. We're looking for compassionate, enthusiastic, and dependable candidates that are team players with a positive attitude.
In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.
Job Summary:
The Cafe Server will greet guests, answer their questions, take orders, accept payments, and serve food and prepare beverages. They will also maintain a clean and well-stocked workspace and dining area, update displays, and continuously expand their knowledge of food and beverage quality controls, preparation methods, and presentation as outlined in the Café operations manual.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
- Associate’s/Technical Degree in culinary arts or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- One-year previous experience in food and beverage service with an emphasis on guest engagement and experience: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- Food Handler Card in state of employment: Required
- Professional Food Manager (CPFM) or Multnomah County Food Handler (FH) or Food Safety Professionals (FSP) or ServSafe (SERVSAFE): Required
Facility Specific License/Certifications:
- Driver's License (DL): Required
Essential Functions:
- Prepares and sells food, coffee and other beverages by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques established by the Café.
- Welcomes guests and helps to determine their food and beverage interests and needs. Sells food, coffees and other beverages by explaining the daily offerings and finding out guests’ needs. Dedicated to providing excellent guests service and improving the guest’s experience.
- Generates revenues by attracting new guests; defining new and expanded services and products. Educates guests by presenting and explaining the food, coffee and other beverage menu; answers questions.
- Maintains FOH inventories as assigned by the Café Manager to include; replenishing product supply, stocking orders received, taking inventory and maintaining tableware products and supplies.
- Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. -Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and sanitation regulations.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
