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Assisted Living Waitress - The New Homestead Home

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4 November 2025440 views

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We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and reliable Waitress/Dining Server to join our assisted living community's dining services team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality dining service to residents in a respectful, friendly, and professional manner while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Greet residents warmly and assist them to their tables if needed.
  • Take and serve meal orders accurately and promptly, according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Ensure meals are presented attractively and served at appropriate temperatures.
  • Assist residents with opening packages, cutting food, and other dining needs as required.
  • Communicate any special dietary concerns or resident requests to the kitchen or dietary staff.
  • Set up, clean, and sanitize dining areas before and after meals.
  • Follow infection control and food safety guidelines at all times.
  • Report any changes in residents' behavior, health, or appetite to nursing or supervisory staff.
  • Participate in training and staff meetings as required.
    Job Type: Full-time
    Pay: $16.50 per hour
    Ability to Commute:
  • Kew Gardens, NY 11415 (Required)
    Ability to Relocate:
  • Kew Gardens, NY 11415: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
    Work Location: In person
  • Experience
    Required
  • Employment
    Full-time

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