Barista Server

About the Role

Creates a warm, welcoming, and engaging dining experience for residents and guests. Prepares and serves coffee, beverages, and light meals while providing exceptional customer service tailored to the needs of residents. The ideal candidate is friendly, attentive, and committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment that promotes dignity and respect for all.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, beverages, and light meals.
• Provide exceptional customer service tailored to residents’ needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable dining environment.
• Uphold dignity and respect for all residents and guests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in food service, hospitality, or as a barista/server.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, Serve‑Safe, HACCP standards, and infection control.
• Ability to understand and assist in the delivery of special diets ordered by a physician.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with therapeutic diets.
• Ability to work effectively with older adults in a respectful and compassionate manner.
• Basic math skills for handling transactions and operating a POS system.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Preferred: Experience working in a senior living, healthcare, or hospitality environment.
• Preferred: Food Handler’s Certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Preferred: Familiarity with dietary restrictions and special diets common among older adults.
• Preferred: PR/First Aid certification (a plus).

Benefits

At United Zion Retirement Community (UZRC), you are more than an employee—you are part of a close-knit community dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults. Located in the heart of beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, UZRC offers a welcoming environment where team members can make a meaningful difference every day. As one of the area's smaller retirement communities, UZRC provides a family‑like atmosphere where employees are known by name, relationships are valued, and individual contributions are recognized. Team members enjoy the opportunity to build genuine connections with residents, coworkers, and families while working collaboratively across departments. Built on Christian principles, UZRC is guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Community, Excellence, Compassion, and Stewardship. These values shape the culture and inspire exceptional care and service while treating one another with dignity, kindness, and respect. Join a team where your work is valued, your contributions are recognized, and your purpose can shine through every interaction. At UZRC, we're not just caring for residents—we're building a community where people thrive.

Schedule

Part‑time position averaging 4 days per pay period, with every other weekend worked.