PT Server

Palmdale, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $17.00 - $18.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Professional Development

Training

personal coaching

education loan assistance

scholarships

Financial services

legal services

Team member discounts

Health resources

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Matching

Childcare assistance

eldercare assistance

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

MBK Senior Living is a well-established company with over 30 years of experience dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through exceptional living services across the Western United States. The company operates 35 senior living communities providing Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. Recognized for its commitment to quality and service, MBK Senior Living has earned prestigious accolades such as being ranked among the Top 50 "Best Workplaces in Aging Services" by Fortune magazine and the certification as a "Great Place to Work" by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2017. The company prides itself on its core philosophy of Yoi Shigoto, a Japanese term meaning "good, quality work," which underscores their commitment to trust-building, high standards, and nurturing potential among residents and team members alike. MBK Senior Living prioritizes the well-being and development of its team while maintaining a supportive, energetic environment focused on hospitality and high-quality service.

The part-time Server role at MBK Senior Living offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents by providing exceptional dining experiences that cater to individual preferences and dietary needs. Scheduled for evenings on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, totaling 20 hours per week, this position pays between $17.00 and $18.00 per hour. As a Server, you will play a critical role in creating a warm, welcoming dining atmosphere for residents, family members, and guests by delivering attentive and courteous service. Your responsibilities will include taking and serving accurate food orders, ensuring the presentation and quality of meals meet the company’s standards, and assisting residents with meal selections while respecting their dietary restrictions and preferences.

Additionally, you will be entrusted with maintaining sanitary dining areas, tracking resident meal attendance for safety purposes, and supporting room service operations when needed. The role also involves helping with stock management, assisting in kitchen tasks as required, and contributing positively to the community’s marketing efforts through professional appearance and behavior. MBK Senior Living supports its Servers with professional development programs, including mentoring, buddy systems, and executive training opportunities, alongside benefits such as health insurance, 401k matching, education loan assistance, and team member discounts. This position demands physical stamina to handle standing, walking, lifting, and other activities essential for a dynamic dining environment. MBK Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals, ensuring a positive and supportive workplace for all team members.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Exposure to restaurant operations or ability to learn
Must be 18 years or older or have proper work permit and authorization documentation
Must complete required background clearances, health screening, and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment
Basic counting skills for tracking meals and residents
Excellent communication skills including speaking, writing, understanding, and reading English
Ability to operate standard serving equipment such as salad bar, heating cart, trays
Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with various stakeholders
Must meet and maintain all state-specific regulatory requirements including Food Handler Certification
Must be physically able to perform job duties including standing for prolonged periods, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, reaching overhead, repetitive motions
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds
Must comply with federal, state, and local laws and company policies

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) highly preferred
Exposure to restaurant operations or the ability to learn
Excellent communication skills including the ability to speak, write, understand, and read English
Ability to operate standard serving equipment such as salad bar, heating cart, trays
Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, guests, vendors, and the public
Must meet and maintain all state-specific regulatory requirements such as Food Handler Certification
Must be 18 years or older or have a proper work permit and authorization documentation

Job Duties

Deliver exceptional dining service by taking accurate food orders and serving appetizing and visually appealing meals to residents, family members, and guests in a professional, efficient, and courteous manner
Uphold a high standard of table etiquette by serving from the left, clearing dishes between courses, and resetting tables for subsequent service to ensure complete customer satisfaction
Engage with residents in a friendly and courteous manner, assisting with their meal and menu selections, and attending to their dining needs, as necessary or requested
Review and adhere to residents' dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences as outlined by the Supervisor and in their care plan
Track resident meal attendance and communicate with the designated team members in a timely manner for a safety check on absent residents
Create a welcoming atmosphere by ensuring all residents are properly and promptly greeted and seated, with special attention given to integrating new residents
Deliver meals to and retrieve trays from residents' rooms after meal service, as required, for those who opt for room service