Dining Services - Server

Job Description

Job Description

About Morningside Elite Management

For more than 30 years, Morningside Elite Management has been transforming the way senior care is delivered. As one of the only women-owned and operated senior living companies in the country, we have spent three decades earning the trust of residents, families, and the communities we serve.

Today, Morningside proudly operates 11 senior living communities across Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Through trusted partnerships with hospice, home health, rehabilitation, pharmacy, and other healthcare providers, we deliver a comprehensive continuum of support designed to meet each resident's evolving needs. Our communities are consistently recognized as "Best Assisted Living" by the people who matter most, our residents and their families.

At Morningside, our culture is the foundation of everything we do. We Build Trust, Lead by Example, Offer Compassion, Operate with Excellence, and Make Memories in every interaction. These values guide how we care for residents, support families, and work together as a team.

Position Summary

At Morningside, our Servers help turn every meal into a moment of care and connection. As a Server, you'll assist with all aspects of dining service, from serving appetizing meals to keeping the dining room and kitchen running smoothly, helping create a warm, welcoming mealtime experience for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

1. Dining Service & Resident Experience

●        Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance, on a timely basis.

●        Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures, including checking diet trays before distribution.

●        Set up meal trays, food carts, and the dining room as instructed, and deliver food carts and trays to designated areas.

●        Distribute and collect menus, assist the cook in preparing meals, and prepare and deliver snacks as instructed.

2. Cleaning & Sanitation

●        Assist with daily and scheduled cleaning duties, including work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators, and freezers.

●        Sweep and mop floors as directed, and keep work areas clean, dry, and free of hazards.

●        Carry soiled utensils to the wash area, wash and clean utensils, and return clean utensils to proper storage, ensuring everything is ready for the next meal.

●        Remove food trays from carts and the dining room, carry out garbage, and obtain food supplies for the next meal.

3. Team & Community Standards

●        Bring a positive, professional attitude to interactions with residents, visitors, and fellow team members.

●        Help maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents and the preservation of equipment.

●        Perform all duties in adherence to Morningside Elite Management standards, policies, and procedures.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is dependable, attentive, and takes pride in helping create a warm, welcoming dining experience for residents.

Education & Experience

●        High School Diploma or GED; or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills & Competencies

●        Comfortable working in a fast-paced dining and kitchen environment.

●        Strong attention to detail with portion control and diet tray accuracy.

●        Reliable and thorough with cleaning and sanitation tasks.

●        Ability to work well as part of a team, supporting cooks and fellow servers.

●        Positive, professional demeanor with residents, families, and coworkers.

Benefits & Perks

●        Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

●        401(k) with Safe Harbor match: 100% match on the first 3% you contribute, plus 50% match on the next 2–5%.

●        Paid time off: 10 days in your first year (full-time), 6 days (part-time).

●        Holiday pay.

●        Tuition reimbursement.

●        Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance.

●        Optional supplemental insurance.

Ready to help create memorable mealtimes for our residents? We'd love to meet you.