Bistro Team Member - Atria Hospitality Bistro

Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living, and memory care communities in 190 locations in 27 states and seven Canadian provinces. We are the residence of choice for more than 21,000 seniors, and the workplace of choice for more than 14,600 employees. We create vibrant communities where older adults can thrive and participate, know that their contributions are valued, and enjoy access to opportunities and support that help them continue making a difference in our world.

Atria is an equal opportunity employer. Atria provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Atria also does not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment based on these protected classifications. We require the cooperation of all employees in maintaining a discrimination-free and harassment-free work environment.
Responsibilities

The Bistro Team Member is responsible for assisting with day to day Bistro operations including, but not limited to, greeting customers, taking customers’ orders, facilitating customers’ payments, washing dishes, serving food, bussing tables, and cleaning the kitchen, checkout and eating areas. The individual takes pride in delighting customers with delicious food and world class service.

• Provide a high level of customer service by greeting customers entering the Bistro and ensuring they are satisfied with their experience.
• Take customer orders, answer questions customers have, and ensure accurate and timely delivery of their food.
• Receive payments from customers and facilitate accurate receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
• Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change available.
• Work closely with the Bistro Manager and/or Director of Culinary Development to keep customers satisfied with food and dining programs.
• Serve food and beverages to customers as needed.
• Remove used or soiled plates, utensils, glasses, and linen as needed.
• Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas.
• Assist in ensuring the kitchen is kept in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Clean and sanitize carpet, tables, chairs, condiment containers, and equipment used in the eating area.
• Keep kitchen floors clean (sweep and mop) and trash emptied.
• Wash and store all dishes and equipment in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Ensure that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to Company standards.
• Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals and snacks in accordance with Company standards.
• Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
• Adhere to standard food safety practices.
• Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Proficient mathematical skills required to add, subtract, and divide accurately.
• Experience working in food service preferred.
• Serve Safe Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of local and state health and sanitation and safety codes preferred.