Server - Full Time

Server

81 Oaks Senior Living | Sarasota, FL

Department: Dining Services

Status: Full-Time | Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Work Type: Onsite

About the Role

81 Oaks Senior Living is more than a workplace — it’s a home. We take pride in creating a welcoming, respectful, and resident-centered environment where people feel genuinely cared for and supported every day. Dining plays a central role in our community, shaping comfort, connection, and daily experience for our residents.

We are seeking a dependable and service-oriented Server to support our dining team in delivering a warm, efficient, and restaurant-style experience for residents and their guests. This role is essential to ensuring meals are served with professionalism, attentiveness, and care.

The ideal candidate brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to creating a clean, organized, and welcoming dining environment.

Key Responsibilities

Dining Room Service & Execution

• Set up dining areas and serving stations prior to each meal.
• Serve meals to residents in accordance with menu guidelines and dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals are delivered accurately, efficiently, and with a high level of service.
• Reset tables, refill water, and maintain an organized and inviting dining environment.
• Deliver meal trays to resident apartments as needed.

Resident Experience & Customer Service

• Provide warm, respectful, and attentive service to residents, families, and guests.
• Approach all interactions with professionalism and a residentfirst mindset.
• Anticipate resident needs and respond promptly to requests.
• Support a calm, welcoming, and hospitalitydriven dining atmosphere.

Team Support & Side Work

• Complete assigned side work, opening tasks, and closing duties consistently and on time.
• Assist with dish area support, cleaning, and overall dining room upkeep as needed.
• Support kitchen and dining team members to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, service stations, and related workspaces.

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.
• Uphold residents’ rights, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Teamwork & Communication

• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, leadership, and care teams.
• Participate in required training and support continuous improvement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall dining operations.

Why You’ll Love Working at 81 Oaks

• A supportive, teamoriented environment where your work is valued and appreciated
• A leadership team that prioritizes communication, respect, and followthrough
• Meaningful work that directly impacts residents’ daily experience and quality of life
• A community where residents truly appreciate great service and personal connection
• Opportunities to grow within a strong and collaborative team

Qualifications

• Previous serving or hospitality experience preferred
• Food Handler’s Permit (or willingness to obtain)
• ServSafe Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fastpaced environment
• Reliable, punctual, and teamoriented
• Compassion for and a desire to work with older adults

Physical & Professional Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull as needed for service duties
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to meet all health requirements.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol screening.
• Ability to pass a Level 2 background screening additional info here: https://ahca.myflorida.com/healthqualityassurance/bureauofcentralservices/backgroundscreening
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Commitment to upholding 81 Oaks' Mission, Core Values, and Policies & Procedures.

If you’re passionate about serving others and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, apply today to join the 81 Oaks dining team!

About 81 Oaks LLC

81 Oaks Senior Living in Sarasota, FL is thoughtfully woven into an intergenerational Master Plan community that includes assisted living and memory care neighborhoods, a K-8th grade charter school, a 3,000-member inclusive church, an auditorium, a basketball court and parks.

Our holistic approach to wellness and our personalized approach to assisted living and memory care means you'll be living a life that reflects your standards, your desires and your schedule. From our Signature Programs to the dedicated team who get to know you and support your goals, you'll branch out and experience a life that's uniquely your own.