Dining Server

About the role

The Dining Server plays a crucial role in delivering an exceptional dining experience for residents and guests at Cedarhurst Senior Living. This position supports daily meal service, special events, and various catering functions, ensuring resident satisfaction and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist with catering, room service, special events, and marketing functions, ensuring smooth execution and resident satisfaction.
• Promptly take food and beverage orders and deliver service to residents and guests in a courteous, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area by washing pots, pans, and utensils used in meal preparation, following all food safety standards.
• Clear, sanitize, and reset tables; dispose of trash and clean containers; and complete daily checklists to ensure kitchen and dining areas are consistently maintained.
• Assist with cleaning dining areas, including floors, tables, and chairs after meals and events, and ensure sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping are completed at the end of each shift.
• Support cost-control efforts by minimizing waste and using supplies responsibly.
• Accurately follow recipes and ingredient labels to ensure proper preparation and consistency of food and beverages.
• Safely operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment and utensils in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of dining menus and effectively communicate menu details to residents and guests.
• Prepare and maintain table settings to meet Cedarhurst’s established dining standards and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Maintain current knowledge of food safety regulations (FDA, state, county, local) and ensure full adherence to all food handling and sanitation guidelines.
• Follow Cedarhurst infection control guidelines and uphold safety standards to protect residents, guests, and staff.
• Apply basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions) to accurately perform dining-related tasks.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff to support positive relationships and ensure residents' physical, personal, and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with team members, follow management direction, and demonstrate initiative in resolving conflicts and promoting a respectful, supportive dining environment.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Up to two years of prior experience preferred, with senior living experience strongly desired.
• Relevant state or county licensure preferred, with the ability to obtain licensure if required by the state in which employed.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in common digital tools and applications, including Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word), web-based platforms, electronic health record systems, and any HR-related systems as applicable.

Skills

• Customer service skills
• Food safety knowledge
• Basic math skills
• Communication skills
• Teamwork and collaboration

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match (after one year of service).
• GROW Points—a unique rewards system that celebrates your hard work and dedication.
• Exclusive Skechers shoe discounts.
• Early paycheck access.

Pay

Cedarhurst offers a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hours vary based on departmental needs and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.