Senior Living Dining Server | Flexible Hours & Growth

Discovery Commons Orland Park; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Early access to earned wages beforepay

Flexible scheduling options - FT/PT

Paid time off and holidays (FT)

Comprehensive benefits package (FT)

401(K) with employer match

Paid training

Opportunities for growth and advancing

Uniforms provided

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Discovery Commons Orland Park is seeking a Server to create a warm, welcoming dining experience for residents and guests. You will provide friendly, timely service, maintain a clean dining environment, and help ensure satisfaction with meals and overall dining experience.

The role requires high school completion (preferred) and prior dining or hospitality experience, with a willingness to work flexible weekends and holidays, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous dining or hospitality experience preferred.
• Enjoys working with seniors and providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to interact professionally and courteously with residents, guests, and team members.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety.
• Demonstrates good judgment, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift trays, dishes, and supplies (up to 25–50 lbs.).
• Possible exposure to cleaning chemicals and food service equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends/holidays.
• Comfort interacting closely with residents during meals.

Responsibilities

• Take meal and beverage orders and serve food in a friendly, professional, and timely manner.
• Ensure residents and guests are satisfied with their meals and dining experience.
• Maintain knowledge of daily specials, menus, and food items to assist residents with selections.
• Set up, maintain, and clean dining room tables, side stations, and surrounding areas.
• Follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
• Practice proper food handling, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including completing assigned checklists.
• Support orientation and training of new servers as needed.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and hospitality.
• Assist with dining room organization, flow, and supply placement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Discovery Commons Orland Park is seeking a Server to create a warm, welcoming dining experience for residents and guests. You will provide friendly, timely service, maintain a clean dining environment, and help ensure satisfaction with meals and overall dining experience.

The role requires high school completion (preferred) and prior dining or hospitality experience, with a willingness to work flexible weekends and holidays, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.