Gradwell Retirement Village based in South Chailey, Lewes is on the lookout for a Waitress/Hospitality Assistant to work on Weekends - Saturdays, 9:30am until 2:30pm and Sundays 10-4pm. The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service and a genuine desire to enhance the dining experience for our residents.
As a Hospitality Assistant in our retirement village, you will play a key role in ensuring that our residents receive exceptional service during meal times.
We pride ourselves on offering excellent service and creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for our residents.
Responsibilities:
- Greet residents warmly as they arrive at the dining area
- Assist residents with seating and provide menus
- Take food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently
- Serve meals and beverages in a timely manner
- Ensure that residents' dietary preferences and restrictions are accommodated
- Clear tables and reset them for the next service
- Provide friendly and attentive service to residents throughout their meal
- Collaborate with kitchen staff and other waitstaff to ensure smooth operation of the dining area
- Handle residents' concerns or special requests with professionalism and courtesy
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the dining area
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a hospitality setting or in a customer service role preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Compassionate and patient demeanour
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines
In return we offer a number of benefits including, Medicash, Pension Scheme, Enhanced Annual Leave, Birthday Leave, Rewards Schemes, Volunteering and Well-Being days.