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Server

• Wage: $16.50/hour
• Part-time positions available
• Day/Evening/ shifts available
• Background check, drug screen, and proof of employment eligibility required
• Location: Prairie Path Senior Living

Position Summary

We are seeking a friendly, dependable, and service-oriented Dining Server to join our senior living community. The Dining Server plays an important role in creating a welcoming dining experience for our residents by providing attentive, respectful, and professional table service.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with older adults, has a positive attitude, and takes pride in providing excellent hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Greet residents warmly and provide friendly, courteous table service.
• Take residents' meal and beverage orders accurately.
• Serve meals and beverages promptly and according to residents' preferences.
• Assist residents with menu selections and answer questions about daily offerings.
• Set and clear tables, keeping the dining room clean, organized, and inviting.
• Reset tables and prepare the dining room for upcoming meals.
• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Communicate residents' requests, concerns, and dietary needs to the appropriate kitchen or dining staff.
• Maintain awareness of special diets and food allergies according to facility procedures.
• Provide respectful and attentive service while maintaining residents' dignity and independence.
• Assist with light cleaning and other dining room duties as needed.
• Work cooperatively with kitchen, dietary, housekeeping, and care staff.
• Follow all facility policies, procedures, and applicable health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, hospitality, healthcare, or senior living experience is preferred but not required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Friendly, patient, and respectful demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry trays and other items as required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be comfortable working with older adults and providing compassionate service. 

Qualifications 

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must practice good personal hygiene and be neatly groomed in a uniform
• Communicate effectively in English and work well in a team environment
• Preferred: Culinary experience (cook, commercial kitchen, fast food, hotel operations, healthcare)

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing and walking continuously, frequent stooping, and bending and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to operate equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the job

Benefits

We offer flexible schedules, excellent training, competitive wages, work-life balance, job satisfaction, and promotion opportunities. 

• Paid Time Off
• Medical
• Dental
• 401K
• Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Life
• Safety Incentive Program

Important to Know

• Applicants must pass a background check, drug screen, and provide proof of employment eligibility in the U.S.
• Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place. 
• Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
• HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. 

About HHS

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.