Lead Server, Senior Living Dining & Training

thevillageal; Dearborn, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegria Village in Dearborn, MI is seeking a Lead Server to join the Dietary Services team, overseeing dining room operations and resident‑focused service. This is a full-time role with opportunities for growth in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

This leadership position trains new servers, supports events, and ensures safe, sanitary handling of food and beverages while upholding regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred; GED accepted.
• Minimum of one year of experience in fine dining, hospitality, food service, or full-service senior living.
• Leadership or training experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving ability, and sound decision-making.
• Dependable, professional, and committed to providing excellent service.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, guests, and Dietary Services team.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, attentive dining and table service to residents and guests.
• Train and assist new servers to ensure they understand dining service standards and procedures.
• Maintain proper dining room setup and ensure dining areas are clean, organized, and ready for service.
• Monitor dining room cleanliness and readiness checklists and address issues as needed.
• Assist with special events and other community dining functions.
• Maintain appropriate tabletop and dining supply inventories.
• Ensure food and beverages are handled, stored, and served in accordance with proper sanitary procedures.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and community food service standards.
• Assist the Dietary Services team with maintaining a positive, professional, and resident-focused dining environment.
• Serve as a knowledgeable and supportive resource for other dining team members.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Organization

Time management

Problem solving

Collaborative

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Allegria Village in Dearborn, MI is seeking a Lead Server to join the Dietary Services team, overseeing dining room operations and resident‑focused service. This is a full-time role with opportunities for growth in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

This leadership position trains new servers, supports events, and ensures safe, sanitary handling of food and beverages while upholding regulatory standards.