Restaurant Coordinator

Responsibilities

The Restaurant Coordinator is responsible for the opening and/or closing of the dining room, serving all customers including residents, guests, and family members.

• Provide a high level of customer service and promote a restaurant-style dining atmosphere.
• Work closely with the Food & Beverage Director and/or Restaurant Manager to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
• Coach and train the new and current wait staff in accordance with company guidelines.
• Create a strong sense of teamwork and cooperation among all staff.
• Assist the Restaurant Manager in the management of work schedules for wait staff.
• Assist with the preparation and execution of the Art of Atria Dining enhancement programs.
• Able to maintain par levels for items such as linen, table setting supplies, and uniforms.
• Adheres to and trains staff on Quality Enhancement standards and standard food safety practices.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• When applicable, acquaint new residents with menus, seating, dining options, and hours.
• Set tables in accordance with Company standards.
• Serve residents' and guests' beverages as requested.
• Review daily menu with residents and takes and deliver accurate meal orders to residents and guests.
• Remove used or soiled plates, utensils, glasses, linen from the dining room as needed.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing carpet, tables, chairs, condiment containers, and equipment used in the dining room.
• Communicate resident likes and dislikes to Food & Beverage Director and/or Restaurant manager for menu planning purposes and resident satisfaction.
• Attend Pre-Meal stand-up held for all dining and kitchen staff.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of 2 years of dining room or restaurant wait staff experience.
• Working knowledge of basic kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Ability to resolve problems of dissatisfied customers and/or employees.
• Previous experience in banquets or special event planning.
• Basic Computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel required.