CPT Waiter Jobs
Waiter roles can qualify for CPT when your program ties food service operations, hospitality management, or customer experience directly to your coursework. Your DSO must authorize the position before you start, and the work must connect to a declared academic objective, not just cover living expenses.
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Otterbein Granville, a 5 Star Rated Life Plan Community, is looking for PRN Servers to join our team. We offer competitive wages along with excellent benefits and more. Come join our fun and team-oriented work environment.
We currently have an opening in our main dining room - Bistro that is ideal for college and high school students as well as retirees that are open to working various hours.
Shifts: PRN (Bistro/Independent Living) - Hours mainly 4p-8p; every other holiday and possible weekends & PRN (Health Center) Hours - 6a-2p, 10a-7p, and 3p-7p; every other weekend and holiday.
Responsibilities: The Server position provides customer service by assisting our culinary staff with set up of the dining areas as well as serving and assisting residents during meal service. This position also keeps the dining area neat and clean at all times and helps with clean-up at the end of meal. The position also helps with meal delivery.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have high standards of customer service and sanitation. Must also have a desire to provide service to older adults in a friendly and family-like atmosphere. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
BENEFITS
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
- Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a SERVER at Otterbein!
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Overview
Otterbein Granville, a 5 Star Rated Life Plan Community, is looking for PRN Servers to join our team. We offer competitive wages along with excellent benefits and more. Come join our fun and team-oriented work environment.
We currently have an opening in our main dining room - Bistro that is ideal for college and high school students as well as retirees that are open to working various hours.
Shifts: PRN (Bistro/Independent Living) - Hours mainly 4p-8p; every other holiday and possible weekends & PRN (Health Center) Hours - 6a-2p, 10a-7p, and 3p-7p; every other weekend and holiday.
Responsibilities: The Server position provides customer service by assisting our culinary staff with set up of the dining areas as well as serving and assisting residents during meal service. This position also keeps the dining area neat and clean at all times and helps with clean-up at the end of meal. The position also helps with meal delivery.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have high standards of customer service and sanitation. Must also have a desire to provide service to older adults in a friendly and family-like atmosphere. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
BENEFITS
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
- Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a SERVER at Otterbein!
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Does a waiter job qualify for CPT?
It can, but only if your academic program has a direct curricular connection to hospitality, food service operations, or a related discipline. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your program requirements. A waiter role at a fine dining establishment tied to a hospitality management practicum is a stronger case than a general part-time job at a casual restaurant.
How do I get my DSO to authorize a waiter CPT position?
Bring a written offer letter with your start and end dates, weekly hours, work address, and a brief duty description. You'll also need to explain in writing how the role connects to your coursework. Your DSO will update your I-20 with the authorization before you can legally begin working, so start this process at least two weeks before your intended start date.
Can I work full-time as a waiter on CPT?
You can, but full-time CPT, meaning 20 or more hours per week, counts toward a 12-month threshold. If you accumulate 12 months of full-time CPT across all employers, you lose OPT eligibility permanently. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, does not affect your OPT. Most F-1 students in waiter roles choose part-time authorization to protect their post-graduation options.
Where can I find waiter jobs that are open to CPT students?
Migrate Mate lists waiter and hospitality roles from employers familiar with F-1 work authorization, so you can focus your applications on places already equipped to support CPT documentation. Independently, look for restaurants near your campus that have hired international students before, since they'll be more comfortable with the I-20 and authorization timeline.
What happens if I start working before my DSO approves CPT?
Working without an authorized I-20 is unauthorized employment and a direct violation of your F-1 status. USCIS treats unauthorized employment seriously, and a single violation can result in status termination. Never accept a shift before your DSO has issued the updated I-20 showing your CPT authorization, even if your employer is ready to put you on the schedule immediately.
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