Senior Living Server | Flexible Shifts & Growth Opportunities

Discovery Senior Living; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Early wage access (earned wage access)

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(K) with employer match

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living in Peoria, IL is seeking a Server to support daily dining operations by providing friendly, timely, and attentive meal service while maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting dining environment.

The position offers both full-time and part-time hours with morning, lunch and dinner shifts, including every other weekend. You will take orders, serve meals, assist with training new staff, and uphold safety and cleanliness standards in a compassionate setting for residents.

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.

Skills

Customer service

Food service

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Standing/walking

Lifting 50 lbs

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Discovery Senior Living in Peoria, IL is seeking a Server to support daily dining operations by providing friendly, timely, and attentive meal service while maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting dining environment.

The position offers both full-time and part-time hours with morning, lunch and dinner shifts, including every other weekend. You will take orders, serve meals, assist with training new staff, and uphold safety and cleanliness standards in a compassionate setting for residents.