Job Application for Lead Host at The Mather in Tysons

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We’re a multiple award-winning employer with an opening for a full-time Lead Host to ensure that residents and guests have a positive experience within the restaurants.Lead Host greet residents, family members, guests, and/or staff with a friendly demeanor; assist with seating and monitor food service according to dining standards to assure a pleasurable dining experience. The Lead Host creates meaningful moments in the lives of residents, visitors, and staff by demonstrating friendly welcoming behaviors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Greets and welcomes residents and guests with a smile and welcoming
Assists with seating while maximizing dining room space and facilitates timely
Oversees quick and efficient reset of
Manages Reservation system including taking and canceling reservations, managing walk ins and
Creates meaningful moments in the lives of residents, visitors, and staff by demonstrating welcoming and friendly behaviors.
Inspects workstation areas for completion of assigned side
Helps to monitor workflow between service team and production
Assists with coordination and set up of themed meals and
Assists with monitoring of safe food handling, proper personal hygiene, uniform compliance, and proper sanitation procedures within the department.
Assists Residents with online technology including online ordering, online reservations and online meal plan management.
Identifies areas for improvement, proposes possible solutions, and participates in data collection and process changes as part of the Quality Assurance Process Improvement process.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required:

1+ years of experience in a dining service
Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and to make independent
Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication
Knowledgeable with technology
English language proficiency.

Preferred:

Certification, or ability to obtain certification, in BASSET

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)
Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
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 in Tysons, Virginia, for those 62 and better that defies expectations of what senior living is supposed to be. More than a luxury residence, The Mather is in an enviable walkable, urban neighborhood, close to the Metro and all the DC area has to offer. Opened in March 2024, The Mather includes 293 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens and more.

The Mather is located at 7929 Westpark Drive, Tysons.

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 Well^SM, 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 an inclusive 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.

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Locations include: The Mather in Evanston, Mather Place, The Mather Tysons, Mather HQ, Splendido, Mather Institute, Community Initiatives

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