Dining Assistant

Theclaiborne; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time pay on major holidays

Free employee meals

Employee referral bonus up to $1,000

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living in Gulfport, MS is seeking a Dining Assistant to support residents with meals and ensure a welcoming dining experience. You will follow recipes, assist with special diets, and help maintain clean, safe dining areas.

We offer competitive benefits for full-time team members, including meal perks, holiday overtime pay, and a supportive, patient-centered culture. If you take pride in service and teamwork, join us to help nourish our residents and communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food safety knowledge and sanitation standards.
• Experience in food service or hospitality preferred (training provided).
• Strong customer service and teamwork mindset.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Weekend and holiday availability as needed.

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

Food service experience

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Team-oriented mindset

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

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

What We’re Looking For

• 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

Claiborne Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.