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Viva Senior Living; Dresher (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k)

Community and regional support

Team-oriented environment

Growth and development opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Viva Memory Care at Dresher is seeking a Dining Services Associate to help provide friendly, high-quality dining experiences for residents. You will collaborate with culinary and care teams to serve meals, maintain a welcoming dining area, and support residents with their dietary needs.

The role emphasizes compassion, dependability, and adaptability while contributing to a team-oriented environment. A welcoming attitude and willingness to learn are key to success in this position.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in working with older adults.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor.
• Dependable and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals and beverages to residents in a friendly, respectful manner.
• Present meals attractively and monitor residents' needs.
• Keep dining areas clean by following schedules and sanitizing surfaces.
• Work with culinary and care teams to accommodate dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain a safe, organized dining environment and report concerns.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Dependable

Friendly

Adaptable

Team-Oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Help Make Mealtime a Highlight of the Day!

Are you a friendly, dependable person who enjoys helping others and creating a great experience?

At Viva Memory Care at Dresher, mealtime is about much more than food. It's a time for residents to connect with friends, enjoy familiar favorites, and feel comfortable and at home.

As a Dining Services Associate, you'll be an important part of creating that experience. You'll work alongside our culinary and care teams to make sure our residents receive friendly service, delicious meals, and a dining environment they enjoy.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Make a meaningful difference in residents' lives every day
• Build relationships with residents and get to know their preferences
• Be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment
• Gain valuable experience in hospitality and senior living
• Work in a community where residents are treated like family
• Receive support from both community and regional leadership
• Opportunities to grow within Viva Senior Living

What You’ll Do

You’ll help make sure every resident has a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable dining experience.

Serve

• Help serve meals and beverages to residents in a friendly and respectful manner
• Present meals in an attractive and appealing way
• Be attentive to residents' needs and preferences
• Help create a warm and welcoming dining environment

Keep It Clean

• Follow daily cleaning schedules for the kitchen and dining areas
• Clean and sanitize tables, equipment, work areas, and other dining spaces
• Follow proper food handling and sanitation practices
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and inviting environment

Work Together

• Communicate with coworkers regarding residents' dietary needs and preferences
• Work closely with the culinary and care teams
• Help accommodate special diets and medical dietary requirements
• Jump in and support your teammates when needed

Keep Residents Safe

• Follow ServSafe and applicable state food safety requirements
• Practice proper food handling and sanitation techniques
• Help prevent foodborne illness by following established safety procedures
• Report concerns regarding food, equipment, or resident needs to the appropriate team member

The Person We’re Looking For

You don't have to be a career dining professional to succeed in this role.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate – You genuinely enjoy helping others and treating people with kindness.
• Patient – You understand that every resident is an individual and may need additional time or assistance.
• Dependable – Your residents and coworkers can count on you.
• Friendly – You enjoy making people feel welcome.
• Adaptable – You’re comfortable jumping in wherever you’re needed.
• Team-Oriented – You understand that great resident experiences happen when everyone works together.

What You Bring

• Genuine interest in working with older adults
• Compassionate and patient demeanor
• Dependable and positive attitude
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Previous experience in memory care, senior living, healthcare, hospitality, restaurant, or customer service is a plus
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to successfully complete required training

New to senior living? That’s okay!

If you have a great attitude, enjoy helping people, and are willing to learn, we’d love to meet you.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• Community and regional support
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Meaningful work where you can make a difference every day

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and move throughout the workday
• Bend, reach, push, and pull as needed
• Lift, push, pull, move, and/or carry up to 25 pounds as required
• Safely perform dining room and kitchen duties
• Maintain a clean and safe environment
• Assist with emergency procedures when necessary

More Than a Meal. It’s a Connection.

For our residents, mealtime can be one of the most social and enjoyable parts of the day.

Come Be Part of Our Team.

Bring your compassion. Bring your personality. Bring your willingness to help.