Dining Assistant
Claiborne Senior Living · Hattiesburg, MS · 4 days ago
AdministrativeFull-time
About the role
Join our team as a Dining Assistant (DGA) and help create a welcoming, high-quality dining experience for our residents. In senior living, dining is more than a meal—it’s connection, comfort, and community. We value service, teamwork, professionalism, and a culture where your reliability and focus matter.
Responsibilities
- Assist with meal preparation and service following standardized recipes and portion guidelines
- Support residents with special diets and dietary needs as directed
- Maintain safe food handling, sanitation, and storage practices
- Keep dining areas clean, organized, and welcoming
- Provide friendly, attentive service to residents and respond promptly to requests
- Work collaboratively with the culinary and care teams to ensure a positive dining experience
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous food service or hospitality experience preferred (training provided)
- Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation standards
- Strong customer service skills and a positive, team-oriented mindset
- Ability to remain focused and dependable in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed
Benefits
- Double time pay on major holidays
- Free employee meals
- Up to $1,000 employee referral bonus (no limit)
- Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, disability, and EAP