Food & Hospitality

Cafe Server - Full-Time

Adventist HealthThe Dalles🇺🇸United States

Why this role stands out

Join the dedicated team at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge, where you will enjoy a fulfilling role that combines professional hospitality excellence with the scenic, vibrant lifestyle of The Dalles. This position is perfect for a customer-focused individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to refine their culinary and service skills within a highly respected healthcare organization. Apply today to grow your career and make a meaningful impact in a community that truly values your contributions.

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior

Work modeHybrid

LocationThe Dalles, United States

Food SafetyServSafe

Job description

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 as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.