Senior Living Server — Create Welcoming Dining Experience

Discovery Senior Living; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible scheduling options

Paid time off and holidays (full-time)

401(k) with employer match

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Server to join our Brighton Landing community in Rochester, NY. You will provide warm, attentive dining service, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for residents and guests, while maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

The position offers part-time hours with a focus on quality service, teamwork, and professionalism. Prior dining or hospitality experience is preferred, and candidates should enjoy working with seniors.

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.).

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.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality

Professional interaction

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Server to join our Brighton Landing community in Rochester, NY. You will provide warm, attentive dining service, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for residents and guests, while maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

The position offers part-time hours with a focus on quality service, teamwork, and professionalism. Prior dining or hospitality experience is preferred, and candidates should enjoy working with seniors.