Resident-Centric Wait Staff - Senior Living Dining

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a friendly Wait Staff member for Riverside Senior Living to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents. You will take orders, serve meals, and ensure dietary needs are respected while maintaining a clean dining area and collaborating with the dietary team.

Preferred certifications include Food Handlers or ServSafe, and a high school diploma is favored. This on‑site role offers competitive pay and opportunities to support residents’ wellbeing through

Qualifications

• Food Handler Certification or ServSafe preferred but not required.
• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take orders from residents and relay to kitchen staff accurately.
• Serve meals and beverages, observing dietary restrictions.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming dining area.
• Assist the dietary team to enhance resident satisfaction and well‑being.
• Record meal choices and dietary preferences as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe/Food Handler Certification

Job description

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a friendly Wait Staff member for Riverside Senior Living to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents. You will take orders, serve meals, and ensure dietary needs are respected while maintaining a clean dining area and collaborating with the dietary team.

Preferred certifications include Food Handlers or ServSafe, and a high school diploma is favored. This on‑site role offers competitive pay and opportunities to support residents’ wellbeing through