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Dining Room Attendant jobs are open across hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and healthcare facilities, at every level from entry-level busser to senior lead attendant, with specializations in fine dining service, banquet setup, and cafeteria operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Do you enjoy creating a welcoming experience for others? Are you patient, personable, and passionate about providing great customer service? Join our team as a Breakfast Attendant/ Dining Room Server and help create enjoyable, dignified dining experiences for our residents every day.
Schedule: Open availability, shifts range from 5:00am-11:30am depending on weekday vs weekends. Must be available to work all Holidays.
What’s in it for you- Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Pay - $20 hourly.
- The starting rate is based on experience and qualifications. This position participates in our compensation program, which provides opportunities for future pay growth based on performance and career development.
- 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%
- Hotel discounts at select Western States Lodging & Management properties
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans plus Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Optional supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and other coverage options.
- Personal Time Off (PTO) and Vacation benefits
- Welcome residents and guests into the dining room with a friendly, positive attitude.
- Assist residents and guests with seating and provide menus.
- Take resident food orders and serve meals in a polished, attentive manner.
- Communicate with residents throughout their dining experience to ensure they are satisfied with their food and service.
- Set, clear, and reset dining tables promptly and efficiently.
- Refill beverages and ensure condiments and other dining supplies are stocked.
- Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and organization of the dining room.
- Wipe down tables, chairs, and other dining surfaces as needed.
- Follow all company food-handling, safety, sanitation, infection control, and loss-prevention procedures.
- Maintain required hygiene and appearance standards.
- Communicate positively and professionally with residents, families, supervisors, and coworkers.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Food Service Director.
- High school diploma or equivalent, including those currently working toward completion.
- 0–1 year of experience; previous dining or customer service experience is helpful but not required.
- Valid Food Handler’s Permit or ServeSafe Certification in the state you are applying in, as required by the state.
- Basic customer service skills and a pleasant, welcoming personality.
- Patience and willingness to work with and care for older adults and individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, structured environment.
- Strong attention to detail, particularly with table setup, cleanliness, and food service.
- Ability to follow instructions, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively and positively with residents, families, supervisors, and coworkers.
- Frequent walking and standing throughout the shift.
- Ability to frequently bend, stoop, sit, stand, and reach.
- Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 pounds using proper body mechanics and lifting techniques.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Residents feel welcomed, valued, and cared for every time they enter the dining room. You provide friendly and attentive service, keep the dining area clean and inviting, follow food safety and sanitation standards, and work collaboratively with the team to create a positive dining experience for every resident.
Why Join Western States Lodging & Management?
Western States Lodging & Management is a leading property management company with a diverse portfolio that includes nationally recognized hotel brands such as Hilton, Marriott, and IHG, Legacy Senior Living communities, and Nxt multifamily apartment communities throughout the western United States.
Our mission is simple: Serving You Like Family. That commitment extends beyond our guests and residents—it defines how we treat our associates and business partners. We believe that great people build great communities, which is why we invest in our team through meaningful work, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for long-term career growth. At Western States Lodging & Management, we encourage every team member to serve as an Ambassador of our values, a trusted Consultant who brings knowledge and solutions, a Collaborator who builds strong relationships through teamwork, and a Coach who is passionate and empowers others to learn, grow, and succeed.
Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find a workplace where your contributions are valued, your ideas are welcomed, and your potential is supported every step of the way.
Apply today and discover why thousands of associates have chosen Western States as the place to build a meaningful career.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dining room attendant jobs.
- Ability to lift and carry trays weighing up to 30 pounds
- Knowledge of proper table setting standards and silverware placement
- Valid food handler or food safety certification
- Experience with bussing tables, resetting covers, and side work completion
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during full service shifts
- Strong customer service skills and professional communication with guests and servers
Tips for Your Dining Room Attendant Job Search
Tailor your resume to service flow
Hiring managers for dining room attendant roles want to see that you understand table turnover, side work, and station maintenance. List those duties explicitly rather than writing generic phrases like 'assisted guests' or 'maintained cleanliness.'
Get a food handler card early
Many dining room attendant postings require a valid food handler certification before your first shift. Check which card your state accepts and complete the course before you apply so you can list it as already obtained.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists dining room attendant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name the venue type
A hospital cafeteria, a five-star hotel, and a country club all hire dining room attendants but expect very different pacing and formality. Reading the venue type in a posting tells you whether your experience with banquet resets or casual dining service is the stronger match.
Prepare for a working interview
Many food service employers ask candidates to complete a brief tray carry, table reset, or station setup on the spot rather than a standard question-and-answer interview. Arrive in non-slip shoes and clothes you can move in freely.
Negotiate your shift differential upfront
Dining room attendant schedules often include early-morning breakfast service, late-night banquet teardown, or weekend brunch rushes. Ask about shift differentials and guaranteed hours during the offer stage rather than after your first schedule is posted.
Dining Room Attendant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most dining room attendants?
Newk's Eatery, Bridgepoint, and Sahara Las Vegas are hiring the most dining room attendants right now, with openings concentrated in Hawaii, Nevada, and Alabama, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to increase around major holiday periods and summer resort seasons.
How do you become a dining room attendant?
Start by completing a food handler certification, which most employers require before your first shift. Apply to entry-level positions at hotel restaurants, hospital cafeterias, or casual dining venues to build hands-on experience with table resets, tray carrying, and station side work. Demonstrating reliability and familiarity with proper service flow moves you into higher-volume or fine dining environments quickly.
Can you get hired as a dining room attendant with no experience?
Yes, many dining room attendant roles are designed for candidates with no prior food service experience. Employers in hotel breakfast service, senior living facilities, and casual chain restaurants routinely hire and train entry-level candidates. Highlighting any customer-facing work, a completed food handler card, and availability for early-morning or weekend shifts strengthens an application with a thin work history.
What does the dining room attendant interview process look like?
Most dining room attendant interviews are brief and practical. Expect an initial phone screen to confirm your availability and certification status, followed by an in-person meeting with a floor supervisor or dining manager. Some venues include a short working trial where you reset a table, carry a loaded tray, or shadow a shift to demonstrate physical readiness and familiarity with service flow before an offer is made.
Where can I find and apply to dining room attendant jobs?
You can find and apply to dining room attendant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your preferred venue type, shift availability, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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