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The Fountains at Greenbriar

Dining Room Server

Independence, MO · On-site

$11.75 - $15.25/hr

As a Watermark associate, you will have the opportunity to deploy your talents to their fullest as we drive the next 30 years of innovation in the senior housing industry. At Watermark we believe the ...

The Fountains at Greenbriar

Dining Room Server

Independence, MO · On-site

$11.75 - $15.25/hr

As a Watermark associate, you will have the opportunity to deploy your talents to their fullest as we drive the next 30 years of innovation in the senior housing industry. At Watermark we believe the ...

Prime, Inc.

Fire & Ice Hostess

Springfield, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

Family & Community- All associates and guests are in the family. We desire to give back to the ... Monitors the dining room and keeps an accurate account of clean/seated/dirty tables. * Assists ...

Phoenix Senior Living

Resident Care Associate

Springfield, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $15.25/hr

... dined in the dining room has been provided room service and / or accounted for. * Knows and ... Associate CNA * High School education preferred and may be required by the state * Previous ...

Phoenix Senior Living

Resident Care Associate

Springfield, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $15.25/hr

... dined in the dining room has been provided room service and / or accounted for. * Knows and ... Associate | CNA * High School education preferred and may be required by the state * Previous ...

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What is a dining room associate?

Dining Room Associates are staff members responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and overall atmosphere of a restaurant's dining area. Their duties typically include setting and clearing tables, assisting servers, refilling water and other beverages, and ensuring that guests have a pleasant dining experience. They may also help with seating guests and responding to customer requests. Dining Room Associates play a key role in supporting the front-of-house team and ensuring smooth restaurant operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a dining room associate?

To thrive as a Dining Room Associate, you need strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, reservation software, and basic food safety practices is often required. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and a positive attitude help create a welcoming dining experience. These skills ensure efficient operations, satisfied guests, and a smooth flow of service in a hospitality environment.

What are some common challenges dining room associates face during peak hours, and how can they effectively manage them?

Dining Room Associates often encounter high-pressure situations during peak dining hours, such as managing multiple tables, responding promptly to guest requests, and maintaining cleanliness. Effective time management, clear communication with kitchen and service staff, and staying organized are crucial for success. Many teams use coordinated systems or digital tools to track orders and service flow, making teamwork and adaptability essential skills for overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Dining Room Associate vs Waitstaff?

AspectDining Room AssociateWaitstaff
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; customer service skillsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food service experience
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafes, dining hallsRestaurants, catering events
Job DutiesAssisting guests, setting tables, maintaining cleanlinessTaking orders, serving food and drinks, handling payments

Both roles involve customer service in dining settings, but Dining Room Associates typically focus on maintaining the dining area and guest comfort, while Waitstaff actively serve food and beverages. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position in the food service industry.

What are the most commonly searched types of Dining Room jobs in Missouri?

The most popular types of Dining Room jobs in Missouri are:

What cities in Missouri are hiring for Dining Room Associate jobs?

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Family Room Associate

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Ronald Mcdonald House I
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Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Ronald McDonald House Charities® of St. Louis

KEEPING FAMILIES CLOSE

The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis is to provide comfort, care and a home-away-from-home for families of seriously ill children. Our objective is to enable families to practice family-centered care by providing them with all of the basic comforts of home.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis has a part-time Family Room Associate position open. This position is part of a mission-focused team of professionals providing compassion and hospitality to families with seriously ill children.

Often steps away from a pediatric intensive care unit or neonatal intensive care unit, Ronald McDonald Family Rooms offer places of refuge to families whose children have been hospitalized because of illness or injury.

Located in St. Louis Children's Hospital, Cardinal Glennon and Mercy Children's Hospital, our Family Rooms feature everything families might need to feel as comfortable as possible, including:

  • Snacks donated by supporters
  • Kitchenette with dining tables
  • Shared living space for watching TV, playing games, and relaxing
  • Playroom with games, books, crafts, and activities for all ages
  • Private restrooms with showers
  • Laundry
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the Family Room provided by the hospital
  • Computer area

This position is responsible for the supervision of Family Room Program operations and guest services during any assigned shift.

This position covers open shifts to support the Family Room Program team. Operational hours are 9:00 am - 9:00 pm. Shifts can include weekday, night, weekend, and holidays.

As part of RMHC, the position collaborates with the team members to achieve position and organization goals in support of the RMHC mission and Core Values.

Basic Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalency
  • Working on or completion of a college degree is preferred
  • Schedule flexibility to work a variety of shifts (days, evenings, and weekends)
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to respond to and handle emergency and conflict situations
  • Experience in working with families, volunteers, customers, or general public is preferred
  • Ability to follow and monitor policies and procedures
  • Experience with MS Office
  • Ability to manage multiple projects
  • Must be able to work independently

Position Competencies

  • Composure
  • Customer Focus
  • Decision Quality 
  • Functional / Technical Skills
  • Interpersonal Savvy 

Essential Functions 

  • Guest Services
    • Promotes an atmosphere of support, warmth, understanding and open communication with guest families, volunteers, and staff
    • Trains / guides volunteers in guest services
  • Family Room Operations
    • Covers Family Rooms, responsible for working shifts as needed 
    • Replenish Family Room supplies as needed
    • Communicate reports, incidents, or emergencies
    • Trains volunteers during shift if needed
    • Gives Family Room tours to families, donors, guests, and groups
    • Accepts and documents in-kind or monetary donations
    • Greets and assists visitors and answers phones
  • Regular and reliable attendance

Physical Demands 

Must be able to concentrate and remain focused while handling multiple tasks, responsibilities and projects. Must be able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavy weight material up to 30 lbs. Must be able to frequently climb stairs, including up to 5 flights, and frequently walk distances up to approximately 160 yards. Must be able to travel between RMH locations as needed. 

Please visit https://www.rmhcstl.org/careers-internships to apply directly to this posting.

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