Senior Living Dining Experience Specialist

Theclaiborne; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time pay on major holidays

Free employee meals

Employee referral bonus up to $1,000

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living in Gulfport, MS is seeking a Dining Assistant to support residents with meals and ensure a welcoming dining experience. You will follow recipes, assist with special diets, and help maintain clean, safe dining areas.

We offer competitive benefits for full-time team members, including meal perks, holiday overtime pay, and a supportive, patient-centered culture. If you take pride in service and teamwork, join us to help nourish our residents and communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food safety knowledge and sanitation standards.
• Experience in food service or hospitality preferred (training provided).
• Strong customer service and teamwork mindset.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Weekend and holiday availability as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and service following standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
• Support residents with special diets and dietary needs as directed.
• Maintain safe food handling, sanitation, and storage practices.
• Keep dining areas clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Provide friendly, attentive service to residents and respond promptly to requests.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary and care teams to ensure a positive dining experience.

Skills

Food service experience

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Team-oriented mindset

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living in Gulfport, MS is seeking a Dining Assistant to support residents with meals and ensure a welcoming dining experience. You will follow recipes, assist with special diets, and help maintain clean, safe dining areas.

We offer competitive benefits for full-time team members, including meal perks, holiday overtime pay, and a supportive, patient-centered culture. If you take pride in service and teamwork, join us to help nourish our residents and communities.