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Dining Room Server ~ Senior Living Community ~ Kirkland
Full-time
Pay Rate: $23.50
Schedule needed : Schedule to be discussed at time of interview. Full time is 24-40 hours per week.
Make a difference by providing great care and love for our treasured residents!
At MorningStar Senior Living, we talk a lot about culture. In fact, we rather obsess about it. For without a transformative culture, we cannot begin to elevate and celebrate the lives of our resident-heroes and be ourselves changed for the good in the process. So, we seek great hearts, other people like us, who care and want to do work that matters. We select people like us who believe that the most satisfying life is one that is outward-bound and rooted in servant-leadership.
JOB SUMMARY
Provide service of high-quality meals and facilitation of a gracious environment. This entails; accurate communication and order taking, properly relaying meal orders to back of the house staff. Offer exceptional customer service, as part of all interactions with our cherished residents.
BENEFITS
- Health Insurance offerings such as medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Other Insurance offerings such as life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance
- 401k plan with matching
- HSA options
- Employee assistance programs
- Paid sick, vacation and birthday!
- Career development programs and opportunity for advancement
- Charitable and philanthropic opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free shift meal!
POSITION OVERVIEW
- Be present in dining room for full meal service.
- Assist special functions as scheduled.
- Maintain high cleanliness, hygiene, and a sanitary and infection free environment at all times.
- Oversight of bistro areas as directed – food presentation, cleanliness, stock supplies, beverages, make popcorn, etc.
- Know the specials of the day and how they are prepared and presented.
- Learn individual resident names, dietary needs, requests, likes and dislikes.
- Must serve hot food hot and cold food cold.
- As directed, participate in the Quality Assurance Committee.
- Sanitize tables and chairs, reset tables, and vacuum floor after each meal.
- Attend all trainings, orientation, and mandatory meetings.
https://www.morningstarseniorliving.com/careers/ (https://www.morningstarseniorliving.com/careers/)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstration of our Core Values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, Respect.
- Experience: Previous experience in the dietary department of a health care facility or restaurant preferred, but not required.
- Job Knowledge: Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
- Standards: Knowledge of and ability to meet regulations of ADA, state, infection and control, health department, and OSHA.
- Team members who are scheduled to work 24 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits, families of said team members will also be eligible.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Dining Room Server ~ Senior Living Community ~ Kirkland
Full-time
Pay Rate: $23.50
Schedule needed : Schedule to be discussed at time of interview. Full time is 24-40 hours per week.
Make a difference by providing great care and love for our treasured residents!
At MorningStar Senior Living, we talk a lot about culture. In fact, we rather obsess about it. For without a transformative culture, we cannot begin to elevate and celebrate the lives of our resident-heroes and be ourselves changed for the good in the process. So, we seek great hearts, other people like us, who care and want to do work that matters. We select people like us who believe that the most satisfying life is one that is outward-bound and rooted in servant-leadership.
JOB SUMMARY
Provide service of high-quality meals and facilitation of a gracious environment. This entails; accurate communication and order taking, properly relaying meal orders to back of the house staff. Offer exceptional customer service, as part of all interactions with our cherished residents.
BENEFITS
- Health Insurance offerings such as medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Other Insurance offerings such as life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance
- 401k plan with matching
- HSA options
- Employee assistance programs
- Paid sick, vacation and birthday!
- Career development programs and opportunity for advancement
- Charitable and philanthropic opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free shift meal!
POSITION OVERVIEW
- Be present in dining room for full meal service.
- Assist special functions as scheduled.
- Maintain high cleanliness, hygiene, and a sanitary and infection free environment at all times.
- Oversight of bistro areas as directed – food presentation, cleanliness, stock supplies, beverages, make popcorn, etc.
- Know the specials of the day and how they are prepared and presented.
- Learn individual resident names, dietary needs, requests, likes and dislikes.
- Must serve hot food hot and cold food cold.
- As directed, participate in the Quality Assurance Committee.
- Sanitize tables and chairs, reset tables, and vacuum floor after each meal.
- Attend all trainings, orientation, and mandatory meetings.
https://www.morningstarseniorliving.com/careers/ (https://www.morningstarseniorliving.com/careers/)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstration of our Core Values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, Respect.
- Experience: Previous experience in the dietary department of a health care facility or restaurant preferred, but not required.
- Job Knowledge: Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
- Standards: Knowledge of and ability to meet regulations of ADA, state, infection and control, health department, and OSHA.
- Team members who are scheduled to work 24 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits, families of said team members will also be eligible.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in waiter jobs.
- Prior experience taking orders and serving food and beverages in a restaurant setting
- Valid food handler or food safety certification for the applicable state
- Alcohol service certification such as TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol, or equivalent
- Ability to carry multiple plates and stand for an entire shift
- Strong knowledge of menu items, allergens, and common pairing suggestions
- Experience with point-of-sale systems used to enter orders and process payments
Tips for Your Waiter Job Search
Tailor your resume to the venue
Fine dining and hotel restaurants read resumes differently than casual chains. Highlight the cuisine type, average check size, and covers-per-shift from your last role so hiring managers can instantly gauge whether your experience matches their floor.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists waiter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Lead with certifications on your resume
Food handler cards, alcohol service certifications like TIPS or ServSafe, and sommelier credentials belong near the top of your resume, not buried in a footnotes section. Many managers scan for compliance credentials before reading anything else.
Target openings by service style
Filter your search by keywords like 'banquet', 'fine dining', or 'casual dining' rather than just 'waiter'. Roles with different service styles expect different table management skills, so matching your background to the venue type gets more callbacks.
Prepare for a working interview
Many restaurants skip phone screens and invite you straight to a working shift where they watch you take orders, upsell, and handle a table section. Practice your menu knowledge delivery and be ready to demo your steps-of-service on the spot.
Negotiate your section and scheduling needs upfront
Tip income depends heavily on shift assignment and section placement. Ask about rotation policies, how prime weekend shifts are allocated, and whether scheduling is flexible during the offer conversation, not after your first week.
Waiter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most waiters?
The most active employers for waiters right now are Marriott International, Grimaldi's Pizzeria, and Levy, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Availability shifts seasonally, so checking back regularly gives you the most current picture.
How many waiter jobs are remote?
About 7% of waiter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is low given the in-person nature of table service. The sub-areas most likely to include any remote component are corporate event coordination and virtual training roles tied to restaurant groups.
How do you become a waiter?
Start by completing a food handler certification and, if you plan to serve alcohol, an alcohol awareness course like TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol. Apply for entry-level positions such as busser or food runner to learn the floor, then move up to a full server role once you're familiar with steps-of-service, the POS system, and menu knowledge.
Can you get hired as a waiter with little or no experience?
Yes, casual dining chains and high-volume breakfast spots regularly hire first-time servers. Emphasize any customer-facing work you've done, your availability for weekends and holidays, and a willingness to train on their specific POS system. Starting as a busser or host at your target restaurant is also a reliable path to an internal promotion to server.
What does the waiter interview process look like?
Most waiter interviews start with a brief conversation about your availability, service experience, and how you handle difficult guests. That often leads to a working interview where you shadow a server or run a short section on your own. Some upscale restaurants add a menu quiz or wine knowledge component before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to waiter jobs?
You can find and apply to waiter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your service style and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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