Part-Time Server

Robinwood Retirement Community; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on demand

Employee discounts

First job experience

Job summary

Robinwood Retirement Community is seeking a friendly Part-Time Server to help create enjoyable dining experiences for residents. You’ll assist in casual and fine dining, greet tables, take orders, and serve meals with a warm, attentive approach.

You’ll work afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed, with no previous experience required. English communication with residents, guests and staff is essential, and you’ll help maintain a clean, welcoming dining area.

Qualifications

• Part-time availability including afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be at least 15 years old.
• No previous work experience required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with residents, guests, and employees.
• Must obtain required food handler permits within two weeks of hire.
• State regulations may require a work permit; guidance provided by the Community Manager.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in casual dining by carrying trays and offering beverages.
• Greet tables in fine dining, guide menu selections, take orders, and serve courses.
• Clear and reset tables; manage dishes and refill water.
• Vacuum, clean salad bar, and complete other cleaning tasks.
• Deliver room service meals and collect trays with a friendly attitude.
• Listen to resident feedback and report to a manager when needed.
• Help with additional tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Job description

About The Role

As a Part-Time Server, you’ll do more than serve meals, you’ll create meaningful dining experiences that bring joy to residents. As part of a collaborative team, you’ll share ideas, respond thoughtfully to feedback, and contribute to a positive, caring community environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Enhance the dining experience by assisting residents in Casual Dining by carrying trays, offering beverages, and proactively meeting service needs.
• Create memorable moments in Fine Dining by warmly greeting tables, guiding residents through menu selections, accurately taking orders, and serving a full range of courses, from beverages to desserts.
• Keep the dining room looking its best by clearing and resetting tables, carefully handling dishes, filling and refilling water carafes, and setting tables before meals.
• Help keep things clean and organized by vacuuming carpets, cleaning the salad bar, and completing other cleaning tasks as needed.
• Deliver room service meals and pick up trays with a friendly, positive attitude.
• Listen and respond kindly to resident comments or concerns and share feedback with a manager or supervisor when needed.
• Jump in and help where needed by completing support work and other tasks assigned by supervisors or managers.

What We’re Looking For

• Availability to work afternoons, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays Part-Time and as needed.
• Must be at least 15 years of age or older.
• No previous work experience is required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English with residents, guests, and employees.
• Ability to secure required food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two (2) weeks of hire.
• State regulations may require certain applicants to obtain a work permit before beginning employment. If this applies to you based on your age and state of residence, the Community Manager at the location where you are applying will provide guidance on the necessary steps. Any required work permit must be submitted to the Community at the time of hire to ensure compliance with state requirements.

Why RLC?

• Awesome Perks: Enjoy your pay on demand, employee discounts, and more.
• First Job? No worries, you’ll gain real-world experience that looks great on college and job applications.
• Seasoned? Bring your experience and make an immediate impact.
• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day

Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family.