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Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc
Lead Server
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What they do
A Waiter or Waitress takes orders and serves food and beverages to customers in restaurants. Answers customer questions about menu items, prepares checks and collects payment, and assists with clearing dishes and tables. May work in banquet or dining halls.
$35,786 / year median in New York
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Why Join Sunrise Senior Living At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day. At Sunrise Senior Living, we champion the quality of life for all seniors. As a Lead Dining Server, you support daily dining operations while modeling hospitality, service excellence, and dining room standards for residents and guests.
What You'll Do:
- Provide dining and table service according to Sunrise standards
- Support and train new servers on service steps and expectations
- Assist residents with menu selections and take accurate meal orders
- Ensure proper dining room set-up, reset, and cleanliness
- Maintain side work, opening, and closing checklists
- Monitor table presentation and dining decorum standards
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory guidelines
- Support special events and Bistro operations
- Maintain confidentiality of resident information You help create a welcoming dining experience that reflects professionalism, warmth, and consistency.