Server

Brookdale; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading senior living community in New Jersey is seeking Servers to join their team. The role emphasizes customer service, involving interaction with residents and delivery of food orders. Employees can advance through various career opportunities and benefit from comprehensive health and wellness plans. With a focus on pleasant dining experiences, applicants should demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills. This position offers the chance to grow professionally while making lives better for seniors.

Qualifications

• Ability to interact positively with senior residents and guests.
• Experience in a dining or hospitality role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interact with senior residents and guests, take and deliver food orders.
• Assist kitchen staff with bussing and resetting tables.
• Perform side work duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Overview

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America\'s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. No Late Nights! Grow your career with Brookdale. Our Servers have the option to explore opportunities for advancement to positions such as Cooks, Supervisors of Dining Services, and Receptionists. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us. You\'ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. A full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant\'s skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company\'s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

• Interact with senior residents and guests, take and deliver food orders in a timely manner following company standards, and ensure everyone is happy with their meal.
• Work with kitchen staff, assist with bussing and resetting tables, remove dirty dishes, dispose of trash and restock inventory as needed.
• Perform side work duties as assigned

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

About Us

• Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
• Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
• Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
• Industry leader in clinical care.
• Nationwide company with over 675 communities, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
• Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.