Job Description
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$21.30 per hour | Free meals! Enjoy serving a regular clientele (our residents and their guests)!
Era Living is seeking a part-time Food Server to become the newest member of our Dining Services team located in our Aljoya Thornton Place Community, Seattle, WA. Available shifts will be scheduled 4:00pm-8:30 pm, we are flexible with days.
Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package Includes:
401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
1 hour vacation for every 37.15 hours paid to start (eligibility: regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours, but less than 32)
Double pay for holidays worked
1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity bonuses
Employee discount programs
Pre-tax election commuter benefits
Discounted ORCA commuter pass
Primary Responsibilities:
The Food Server greets, seats, and provides food and beverage service for residents and guests in the dining-room. This role also provides support and service for special events in the Community.
Attends and participates in the pre-meal and post-meal responsibilities; Assists in the set-up, service and breakdown daily
Performs host duties as required, greeting and seating residents and guests; Manages seating, takes accurate orders, and ensures prompt service
Serves meals following established service standard techniques; Manages resident to-go meals and delivery per Community standards
Busses and cleans tables after each course; Cleans and sanitizes the dining room in preparation for the next shift
Assists in the set-up, service, and breakdown of resident functions held in the private dining room or other common areas
Responds to resident questions, needs, and concerns; provides comment cards for residents. Report all compliments and complaints to Dining Services Director
Assists dishwasher in storing clean dishes
Follows all established safety standards; reports any safety concerns to the Dining Services Director or Executive Director
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Amazing customer service skills; Sensitivity to the needs and concerns of older adults
Ability to follow established food service practices, ability to perform all aspects of host, busser, and food server functions
Ability to take and submit food orders within established policies; Ability to manage time effectively and remain productive throughout shift
Ability to use good interpersonal skills when interacting with Residents, family members, visitors and co-workers
Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Ability to pass DSHS background check, required
Education and Experience:
Required:
o Food Handler’s Certificate or able to obtain within 14 days of hire, required
o First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire, as required
o Washington State ******* Permit or able to obtain within 30 days of hire, as required
About Era Living:
If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application!
Era Living was voted “2025 Winner: Best in the Pacific Northwest – Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Food Server position is now open for candidates interested in the Waiter / Steward Jobs sector. This role in Seattle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Waiter / Steward Jobs is a plus.