PRN Server

MBK Senior Living•Olympia, WA

20d•$17 - $17

About The Position

The Server is responsible for providing residents, family members, and guests with a pleasant, positive dining experience through attentive, courteous service. The role includes taking and serving food orders, assisting residents with menu choices and dining needs, following residents’ dietary requirements, and tracking meal attendance so absent residents can receive timely safety checks. Servers greet and seat residents, deliver room-service meals when required, and maintain clean, sanitary, and well-stocked dining areas. They also support kitchen and dining operations, comply with food-safety and regulatory requirements, report safety or equipment issues, and contribute to a welcoming, team-oriented environment. The position has variable hours between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., seven days a week. The listed pay rate is $17.13–$17.20 per hour. High school diploma or GED is highly preferred. Candidates need exposure to restaurant operations or the ability to learn, basic counting skills, strong English communication skills, and the ability to operate standard serving equipment. The role requires meeting applicable state requirements, such as Food Handler Certification, as well as required background clearances, health screening, and a negative TB test. Physical duties include prolonged standing and walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, overhead reaching, repetitive motion, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and pushing up to 250 pounds as necessary.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older, or have a proper work permit and authorization documentation.
Complete required background clearances and health screening, and provide negative TB test results within seven days of employment; the test must be from within the last six months.
Basic counting skills for tasks such as tracking meals and residents.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, write, understand, and read English.
Ability to operate standard serving equipment, such as a salad bar, heating cart, and trays.
Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, guests, vendors, and the public.
Meet and maintain applicable state-specific regulatory requirements, such as Food Handler Certification.
Able to stand for prolonged periods and perform duties involving walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, overhead reaching, and repetitive motion.
Able to move intermittently throughout the workday and within the community.
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds as necessary.
Exposure to restaurant operations or ability to learn.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Take accurate food orders and serve appealing meals to residents, family members, and guests professionally, efficiently, and courteously.
Follow table etiquette, including serving from the left, clearing dishes between courses, and resetting tables.
Engage with residents and assist with menu selections and dining needs.
Follow residents’ dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences as documented in care plans and communicated by the Supervisor.
Track meal attendance and promptly notify designated team members when residents are absent for safety checks.
Greet and seat residents promptly, paying special attention to welcoming new residents.
Deliver meals to residents’ rooms and retrieve trays after service when room service is requested.
Keep dining areas, tables, chairs, and serving stations clean and sanitary, and follow food-safety protocols.
Clean, set up, and reset dining areas; return dishes to the kitchen; fold napkins; and restock and properly store dining supplies, food, and condiments.
Assist with breaking down deliveries, storing stock, and washing dishes as needed.
Support community marketing through positive interactions and adherence to grooming and dress standards.
Cooperate with kitchen and dining services staff to ensure a positive resident dining experience.
Promptly report safety or equipment issues to the Supervisor.
Maintain a safe and secure environment and follow applicable safety standards, policies, and procedures.
Comply with federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.
Promote teamwork and open communication, including mentoring, coaching, and recognition in alignment with company principles and values.
Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the Lead, Supervisor, Director of Dining Services, or designee.

Benefits

Competitive salaries.
Leadership development, live in-person training, virtual training, and individual and group trainings.
401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and household members.
Financial and legal services.
Educational loan assistance and scholarships.
Team member discount programs.
Resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
Free meal per shift.
For full-time team members: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; multiple medical plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan with company contributions; healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts; commuter benefits; company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage; disability benefits where applicable and subject to state-specific programs and eligibility requirements; and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.