Server

The Landing of Brighton; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Early access to earned wages

Flexible scheduling (FT/PT)

Paid time off

Comprehensive health/dental/vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Uniforms provided

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Landing of Brighton is seeking a Server to support daily dining operations for residents and guests. You will provide friendly, timely, and attentive meal service while ensuring a clean, organized dining environment.

Responsibilities include serving meals, setting up dining areas, maintaining safety procedures, and assisting with opening/closing duties. This role emphasizes excellent customer service and teamwork in a senior living setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in dining or hospitality preferred.
• Strong customer service to seniors.
• Professional and courteous interaction with residents, guests, and staff.
• Attention to cleanliness and safety.
• Good judgment, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance team and individual tasks.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods.
• Able to lift trays and supplies up to 25–50 lbs.
• Willing to work flexible schedules, including weekends/holidays.
• Comfortable engaging with residents during meals.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, timely meal service to residents and guests.
• Set up, maintain, and clean dining tables and side stations.
• Follow daily cleaning schedules and food safety procedures.
• Assist with opening/closing duties and checklists.
• Support orientation and training of new servers as needed.
• Maintain high standards of appearance and hospitality.
• Assist with dining room organization and supply placement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Professionalism

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Flexibility

Resident interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Server Responsibilities

As a Server, you are responsible for supporting daily dining operations by providing friendly, timely, and attentive meal service while maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting dining environment.

• 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.

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.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Early access to earned wages before payday
• Flexible scheduling options with full‑time and part‑time hours
• Paid time off and holidays (full‑time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full‑time)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid training
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Company provided uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

Background Screening

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state‑mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint‑based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access. For more information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com