Senior Lead Food Server

Era Living; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision/prescription drug plan

Dental plan

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity bonuses

Free meals

Free parking

Job summary

Era Living is seeking a full-time Senior Lead Food Server for our Dining Services team in Issaquah, WA. This role includes developing schedules, expediting dinner operations, and supporting staff. Candidates should have 1-2 years of relevant experience, be 21 or older, and possess excellent organizational and time management skills. The position offers a competitive compensation package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans, along with paid holidays and sick time.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work variable hours to meet scheduling needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop staff schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for all shifts.
• Expedite dinner operations by supporting staff with various duties.
• Assist with training of staff and supervision during meal service.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Lead Food Server functions

Excellent organizational skills

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate in English

Education

High school graduation or GED equivalent

1-2 years experience in food service

Job description

$23.00 - $24.00 per hour | Great benefits! Free meals! Free Parking!

Era Living is seeking a full‑time Senior Lead Food Server for our Dining Services team located in University House Issaquah Community, Issaquah, WA. Available shifts will be scheduled Sunday‑Thursday, 11:30 am‑8:00 pm. Applicants must be 21 years or older to meet the legal requirements for Alcohol Server Certification.

Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package

• 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

• Develop staff schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for all shifts; work with the Department Supervisor to consider budget and quality of service for all meals and special events.
• Expedite dinner operations for the dining room by supporting staff with serving, hosting, bussing, and dishwashing duties.
• Assist the Department Supervisor with training of staff.
• Prepare, revise, and inform servers of their assigned sections.
• Supervise the Dining Room staff during meal service to ensure the highest quality of service.
• Support Lead and servers with any immediate resident or staff needs during dinner and perform assigned designated pre‑meal and post‑meal duties.
• Work with the Food Services Department Supervisor for budget and purchasing of small wares, office supplies, and uniforms.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Possess basic knowledge and ability to perform Lead Food Server functions in a health care setting; basic math skills.
• Ability to ensure and oversee that the dining room is ready for meal service.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to implement directions.
• Excellent time management skills; ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills when interacting with residents, family members, visitors, and co‑workers.
• Ability to work variable hours and days to meet the scheduling needs of the dining room.
• Read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to pass a DSHS background check.

Education and Experience

• High school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Must have 1–2 years of experience in restaurant or assisted living food service or prior experience as a Lead Food Server with Era Living.
• Previous supervisory experience, preferred.
• Required: 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; Alcohol Serving Certification or able to obtain within 14 days of hire.