Compassionate Dining Assistant - Elevate Residents' Meals

The Claiborne; Hattiesburg (MS); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Free meals

Referral bonus

Full benefits package

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is hiring a Dining Assistant (DGA) to help create a welcoming, high-quality dining experience for our residents. If you take ownership of your work, act with integrity, and believe that culture matters, we’d love to have you on our team.

In senior living, dining is more than a meal — it’s connection, comfort, and community. You will work with a caring team to prepare and serve meals, support residents with dietary needs, and maintain a safe, clean dining environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Customer service

Dependability

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living is hiring a Dining Assistant (DGA) to help create a welcoming, high-quality dining experience for our residents. If you take ownership of your work, act with integrity, and believe that culture matters, we’d love to have you on our team.

In senior living, dining is more than a meal — it’s connection, comfort, and community. You will work with a caring team to prepare and serve meals, support residents with dietary needs, and maintain a safe, clean dining environment.