Senior Living Dining Server & Dietary Aide

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Waldorf, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Benefits package (FT/PT)

Training & career laddering

Great work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services is seeking a compassionate Dining Server in Waldorf, Maryland to provide courteous meal service to residents and guests and to support dining room operations within a senior living community.

You will assist residents with menu orders, provide beverage service, maintain cleanliness, and help with tray service and basic food handling. Flexible scheduling and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow simple instructions.
• Must be able to bend, reach, grasp, push and pull objects.
• Must be able to stand and walk for sustained periods up to three hours.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs regularly and carry heavy objects for 20 feet.
• Must be able to learn quickly and apply learned principles.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and work under close supervision.
• Must be organized and work well with others.
• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• The Server is responsible for courteously serving resident and guest meals, and for clean-up and resetting of dining room following meal service.
• Assists residents when placing orders from the menu.
• Provide beverage service (water, iced tea, juices, milk and coffee/tea).
• Refill salt/pepper/sugar bowls prior to and after each meal.
• Report any broken equipment or tableware to supervisor.
• Understands sit-down service and proper serving techniques.
• Has a basic understanding of food preparation (salads, desserts, etc.).
• Knowledge of proper food storage and labeling techniques.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum kitchen and dining room.
• Attends required in-services and staff meetings.
• Completes all other duties assigned.
• Must be attentive to special needs of residents including mobility deficits, memory impairment, etc.
• Assists with tray service.
• Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information.
• Interacts in a polite considerate manner to residents, guests, co-workers and supervisors.

Skills

Reading & following instructions

Effective communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Harmony Senior Services is seeking a compassionate Dining Server in Waldorf, Maryland to provide courteous meal service to residents and guests and to support dining room operations within a senior living community.

You will assist residents with menu orders, provide beverage service, maintain cleanliness, and help with tray service and basic food handling. Flexible scheduling and a supportive team environment are offered.