WAITER/WAITRESS (ON CALL) - Compass Group, North America

CulinArt Sector





+ We are hiring immediately for on call WAITER/WAITRESS positions.


+ Location: Emma Willard - 285 Pawling Avenue, Troy, NY 12180. Note: online applications accepted only.


+ Schedule: On call schedule. Days and hours may vary; nights and weekends are included. More details upon interview.


+ Requirement: Previous catering experience is preferred, but not required.

*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available


+ Pay Range: $19.00 per hour to $25.00






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Founded in 1969, CulinArt manages more than 250 dining facilities for corporations, law and financial services firms, independent schools, colleges and universities, graduate schools, long-term care facilities and a variety of events & entertainment destinations across the country. Our mission is to be the industry leader in providing the highest quality dining service to our clients and guests while striving to provide maximum career opportunities for all of our team members. Our success lies in our ability not merely to adapt but to revitalize and transform our services continually, pioneering the cutting-edge and unconventional. CulinArt’s extremely diverse clientele, that includes many Fortune 500 businesses and esteemed educational institutions, affords great opportunities for career-advancing within the company across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.




Job Summary





Summary: Takes food and beverage orders and efficiently delivers items to dining room guests.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:



+ Promptly and warmly greet guests in the dining room; takes food and beverages in an efficient manner, following established steps of service.


+ Delivers food promptly and professionally; maintains safe food handling and sanitation standards. Follows up periodically to assist with any additional needs or requests.


+ Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items and ingredients. Advises guests on appropriate combinations of food and drinks when requested; accommodates reasonable requests and notes preferences. As needed, demonstrates knowledge of specialized diets and allergens.


+ Communicates directly with back-of-the-house staff to ensure that orders are delivered correctly and special requests are accommodated.


+ Exhibits exceptional communications skills and demonstrates ability to get along well with others. Remains flexible and patient when communicating with guests and staff.


+ Collects tickets and follow proper cash-handling procedures.


+ Promotes a clean, safe and neat environment for guests.


+ Maintains a high level of sensitivity and confidentiality regarding personal or medical information that is shared.


+ Promptly addresses complaints or issues; relays relevant information or complaints directly to supervisor.


+ Ensures that the dining room is properly set up prior to and after the service period; keeps area clean and neat while meeting established sanitation standards.


+ Operates a variety of equipment, including fire extinguishers, telephones, iced tea/soda machines, soup wells and coffee machines.


+ Works with staff of other departments to perform job duties during special events and functions.


+ Performs other duties as assigned.






Associates at CulinArt are offered many fantastic benefits.


Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:



+ Retirement Plan


+ Associate Shopping Program


+ Health and Wellness Programs


+ Discount Marketplace


+ Identity Theft Protection


+ Pet Insurance


+ Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program



In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:



+ Medical


+ Dental


+ Vision


+ Life Insurance/AD


+ Disability Insurance


+ Commuter Benefits


+ Employee Assistance Program


+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)






About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry


Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.




Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.


CulinArt maintains a drug-free workplace.


Req ID: 1350990


CulinArt Sector





We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.