Lead Server

We are seeking a Lead Server to provide pleasurable dining experiences by ensuring professional, timely, food and beverage service to residents, family members, guests, and/or staff according to established dining standards. Assist Restaurant Management in overseeing all aspects of dining service operation and sanitation. The successful candidate will be able to multitask, problem solve and work closely with others. The lead server reports directly to the Restaurant Manager.
This position is full-time: weeknight , weekend, and holiday availability required
Required:

• Effective interaction and communication skills; team player
• Prior service experience in dining environment
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and ability to deliver consistent, quality food and beverage service.
• Minimum 3 years of prior serving experience
• English language proficiency

Essential Functions

• Assists restaurant management, oversees dining staff and operations to ensure that standards are being met and resident satisfaction is achieved.
• Assures accuracy of food orders and serves food and beverages in a safe, sanitary, timely manner.
• Inspects dining areas and workstations prior to and following each meal period to ensure that server and utility duties are completed to provide a clean, sanitary and safe working environment according to Mather Standards.
• Completes related tasks and side work as assigned. Checks out servers and server assistants to ensure all end of shift duties are completed prior to staff leaving.
• Consistently communicates resident and customer concerns to assistant management and/or management.
• Assists in maintaining and achieving departmental sanitation standards and goals.
• Maintains a friendly and welcoming demeanor.
• Performs server duties, including greeting tables, taking and placing accurate orders to the kitchen, suggesting food and beverage offerings, and closing checks in a timely manner.
• Covers host/greeter duties as scheduled.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits
Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*
Team members are eligible for:

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an "earn-as-you-go" plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
• Our SELF program, which allows for team members to be reimbursed up to $75 per year for items and experiences that support their self-care, from yoga classes to art supplies to concert tickets

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Extended illness benefits
• Employee wellness programs
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance - free to all team members

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.
About The Mather:
The Mather is a Life Plan Community for those age 62 and better located in Evanston, Illinois, close to the charming downtown district and an abundance of public transportation. The Mather includes 240 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens, and more.
The Mather is located at 425 Davis Street in Evanston.
About Mather
Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age WellSM, we create programs, places, and residences for today's young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work®, and has been selected as a Nation's Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.
Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.