Lead Food Server

Era Living; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 29,370 - 30,059; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision/prescription drug plan

Dental plan

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Progressive vacation package

Employee discount programs

Job summary

A senior living company located in Issaquah, WA is looking for a full-time Lead Food Server to join their Dining Services team. The successful candidate will ensure guests enjoy a world-class dining experience, support the Dining Services Director, and supervise staff. Certification in First Aid and CPR, along with a Food Handler’s Certificate, is needed within specified timeframes. Benefits include competitive wages, free meals, and more. Apply now to make a difference in our community.

Qualifications

• Ability to oversee dining room preparations for service.
• Ability to pass DSHS background check required.
• Basic knowledge of food service functions in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guests receive a world-class dining experience.
• Support the Dining Services Director in supervising shifts.
• Participate in interviews and train new staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Food serving abilities

Communication in English

Education

First Aid and CPR certification

Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

$21.32 - $21.82 per hour | Free Meals! Free Onsite Parking!

Era Living is seeking a full-time Lead Food Server to become the newest member of our Dining Services team located in our University House Issaquah Community, Issaquah, WA.

Competitive Compensation and a Complete Benefits Package including:

• Medical/vision/prescription drug plan
• Dental plan
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
• Progressive vacation package starting at 7 days per year
• 8 paid holidays per year; double pay for holidays worked
• 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity bonuses
• Employee discount programs

Primary Responsibilities:

The Lead Food Server is responsible for ensuring that all guests to our full service restaurant are treated to a world class dining experience. This position supports the Dining Services Director with supervising shifts, participating in interviews, training new staff, reconciliations, some record keeping and inventory.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possess basic knowledge and ability to perform food server functions in a health care setting
• Ability to ensure and oversee that dining room is ready for service at evening meal
• Ability to use good interpersonal skills when interacting with Residents, family members, visitors and co-workers
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English, required
• Ability to pass DSHS background check, required

Education and Experience:

• First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Food Handler’s Certificate or able to obtain within 14 days of hire
• Washington State Alcohol Permit or able to obtain within 30 days of hire (if applicable)

About Era Living:

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application!

Era Living was voted “2025 Winner: Best in the Pacific Northwest - Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.