Server Full Time

Erickson Senior Living; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Diversity and inclusion focus

Early evenings

Growth opportunities

PTO per state law

401k match

Health/dental/vision packages

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Lantern Hill by Erickson Senior Living in New Providence, New Jersey is seeking an entry-level dining team member. This role offers flexible after-school and weekend hours with no late nights, and a strong foundation for growth within a national senior living provider.

You will learn menu items, engage residents, take orders with accuracy, and strive to deliver outstanding dining experiences every shift. The position includes benefits and opportunities as the organization expands.

Qualifications

• Meet the state’s age requirement for serving alcohol.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise in menu items, daily specials, and preparation methods.
• Enhance resident and guest engagement by sharing daily menu highlights and recommendations.
• Record food and beverage orders with precision and accuracy.
• Deliver an exceptional dining experience consistently.

Skills

Good communication

Customer service

Availability on weekends

Job description

Location: Lantern Hill by Erickson Senior Living

Are you ready to launch your career? This entry-level position offers valuable experience with flexible after-school and weekend hours, and no late nights. It’s an excellent chance to develop your skills and set the stage for future success.

What We Offer

• Free meals for dining staff during their shift!
• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values.
• Quality of life – most of our restaurant's employees' are out before 9pm.
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!
• PTO in accordance with applicable state law.
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match.
• Full time employees are eligible for medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options.
• Compensation: Between $16.50 - $18.50 per hour. Commensurate with experience.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Develop expertise in menu items, daily specials, and preparation methods to become a subject matter expert
• Enhance resident and guest engagement by sharing daily menu highlights and suggesting recommendations that are tailored to their preferences
• Record food and beverage orders with precision and accuracy
• Deliver an exceptional dining experience consistently

What You Will Need

• Meet the state’s age requirement for serving alcohol.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Good communication skills.

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Lantern Hill is a beautiful 20-acre continuing care retirement community in New Providence, New Jersey. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Lantern Hill helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.