Wait Staff

Wait Staff

At Tamarisk, dining is not just a meal, it is the heart of community life. Our residents look forward to every gathering at the table, and our Dining Room Associates are the people who make those moments feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely meaningful. If you find joy in hospitality, take pride in attentive service, and want your work to matter to people who will remember your name, we want to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Set, maintain, and clear dining tables with attention to detail and resident dignity.
• Take meal orders and serve food and beverages in accordance with Tamarisk's standards and each resident's preferences and dietary needs.
• Anticipate resident needs by refilling drinks, adjusting pace, and providing accommodations, before being asked.
• Foster warm, respectful relationships with residents and their families, learning names and preferences over time.
• Communicate clearly with kitchen staff to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of meal service.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment before, during, and after each meal service.
• Assist with special events, themed dinners, and holiday celebrations as needed.
• Adhere to food safety protocols at all times.

Who You Are

• A natural connector, you are warm, unhurried, and genuinely at ease with older adults.
• Detail-oriented and consistent; you take quality of service seriously even during busy periods.
• Dependable and punctual, residents and colleagues count on you.
• A team player who communicates well and steps up when the situation calls for it.
• Someone who understands that this role is about much more than food, it is about belonging.

Schedule & Compensation

This position covers our breakfast and lunch shifts with morning and midday hours that allows for afternoon and evenings to be free. Specific shift times and days will be discussed during the interview process. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Both part-time and full-time positions are available.

Why Tamarisk

• Mission-driven work: Your efforts directly support the well-being of Jewish elders and the broader Rhode Island community.
• Supportive environment: Tamarisk is a community that values staff dignity as much as resident care.
• Meaningful connections: Build lasting relationships with residents who appreciate every interaction.
• Values-rooted culture: Our work is guided by the Jewish values of Kavod (dignity), Chesed (loving-kindness), and Tikkun Olam (repairing the world).
• Stability and growth: Tamarisk is part of Jewish Collaborative Services of Rhode Island, a respected organization with deep roots in the community.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service, dining, or hospitality preferred; senior living experience a plus.
• Familiarity with kosher dietary laws is beneficial; training will be provided.
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods; lift up to 25 lbs as needed.
• Food safety certification (ServSafe or equivalent) preferred or willingness to obtain.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.