Lead Server

Job Description

Are you a hospitality-driven professional who leads by example? As a Lead Server, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences while supporting and guiding a team dedicated to service excellence. In this role, you will combine hands-on service with leadership support to ensure every resident and guest enjoys a warm, seamless, and memorable dining experience.

 

Location: Valencia Terrace 

Schedule: Mon/Tues/Fri/Sat 3:30p-7:30p

Pay Range: $19-$19.30/hr

 

What You’ll Do

• Provide exceptional dining service to residents and guests with professionalism and warmth
• Support daily dining room operations to ensure smooth, efficient service
• Lead by example, promoting a hospitality-focused culture across all dining venues
• Serve as a liaison between residents, guests, and kitchen staff to ensure clear communication
• Support and mentor team members to maintain high service standards
• Assist with training and development of dining staff
• Help coordinate schedules and support staffing needs as directed
• Learn resident preferences to deliver personalized and thoughtful service
• Monitor resident well-being and report any concerns to appropriate team members
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and presentation of dining areas
• Identify opportunities to improve service, efficiency, and overall dining experience

 

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 3–5 years of dining or hospitality experience
• Previous leadership or lead experience preferred
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead by example and support team development
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and related systems
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Food Handler’s Certification required (per state guidelines)

 

Our Standards of Excellence

• Live and demonstrate our Principles, Values, and Beliefs in every interaction
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, and team members
• Deliver exceptional hospitality with professionalism, care, and attention to detail

 

Why Join Us

Join a team committed to creating outstanding dining experiences that enhance the daily lives of residents. Your leadership and passion for service will make a meaningful impact every day.

 

What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental
• Matching 401k 
• Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
• Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

 

What do we do?

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 35 years.

 

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of our pre-employment process. Requirements may include a drug screening, job-related physical examination, TB screening, background check, and any vaccinations or immunizations required by applicable state or local regulations. 

 

Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.