Lead Server

Kisco Senior Living•Corona, CA

About The Position

The Lead Server delivers exceptional dining experiences to residents and guests while providing hands-on service and leadership support to the dining team. The role supports daily dining room operations, promotes a hospitality-focused culture, and helps ensure service is smooth, warm, and memorable across dining venues. The Lead Server communicates between residents, guests, and kitchen staff; supports and mentors team members; assists with staff training and development; and helps coordinate schedules and staffing needs as directed. The position also involves learning resident preferences, monitoring resident well-being and reporting concerns, maintaining dining area cleanliness and presentation, and identifying opportunities to improve service and efficiency. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The stated pay range is $19–$19.30 per hour. Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory completion of the pre-employment process, which may include drug screening, a job-related physical examination, TB screening, a background check, and vaccinations or immunizations required by applicable regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
3–5 years of dining or hospitality experience.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead by example and support team development.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and related systems.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Food Handler’s Certification required per state guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership or lead experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide professional, warm dining service to residents and guests.
Support daily dining room operations to ensure smooth and efficient service.
Lead by example and promote a hospitality-focused culture across dining venues.
Act as a liaison between residents, guests, and kitchen staff to ensure clear communication.
Support and mentor team members in maintaining high service standards.
Assist with training and development of dining staff.
Help coordinate schedules and support staffing needs as directed.
Learn resident preferences to provide personalized service.
Monitor resident well-being and report concerns to appropriate team members.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and presentation of dining areas.
Identify opportunities to improve service, efficiency, and the overall dining experience.
Demonstrate the organization’s Principles, Values, and Beliefs in interactions.
Build strong relationships with residents, families, and team members.