Dining Room Leader (Senior Living Community)** SIGN ON BONUS**

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Foothills Retirement Community is seeking a Dining Room Leader to guide the dining team and deliver memorable dining experiences for residents. The role emphasizes service, mentorship, and a collaborative approach with culinary staff.

Ideal candidates have restaurant or hospitality leadership experience, enjoy working with seniors, and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a lead or supervisory role in restaurant or hospitality settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the dining room team during meal service.
• Ensure residents receive exceptional, attentive service.
• Train, coach, and mentor dining staff.
• Maintain dining room appearance, cleanliness, and organization.
• Manage supplies and assist with inventory control.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Partner with culinary staff to deliver outstanding dining experiences.
• Assist with special events, holiday meals, and community celebrations.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Turn Your Restaurant Experience Into a Rewarding Career Serving Seniors!

Foothills Retirement Community is seeking an energetic, service-focused Dining Room Leader to help lead our dining team and create memorable dining experiences for our residents. This is more than a restaurant job. It's an opportunity to build meaningful relationships and positively impact the lives of seniors every day.

What You'll Do

• Lead and support the dining room team during meal service
• Ensure residents receive exceptional, attentive service
• Train, coach, and mentor dining staff
• Maintain dining room appearance, cleanliness, and organization
• Manage supplies and assist with inventory control
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Partner with culinary staff to deliver outstanding dining experiences
• Assist with special events, holiday meals, and community celebrations

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Has previous restaurant, dining, hospitality, or customer service leadership experience
• Enjoys working with seniors and providing exceptional service
• Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills
• Leads by example and works well as part of a team
• Is dependable, positive, and customer focused

Make a Difference Every Day

At Foothills Retirement Community, our residents are at the heart of everything we do.

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Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a lead or supervisory role in a restaurant or hospitality setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed