Memory Care Dining Server Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Memory Care Dining Lead Server

Location : Brewster

Employment Type : Full Time

Salary Range : Competitive

Department : Dining

About Us :

Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life.

Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider.  We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment.  As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking Staff Accountants to become part of our family.  We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Position Summary : The Culinary Support Specialist is part of the Memory care team and plays a lead role assisting with kitchen and dining room operations on our small home model memory care floors, ensuring a high-quality culinary experience for our residents. This role emphasizes both the preparation and presentation of food as well as fostering a warm, comforting, engaging, nurturing, home-like environment for our residents. The Culinary Support Specialist - Memory Care demonstrates a passion for the kitchen and has deep understanding of and patience for working with individuals with cognitive impairments.

Memory Care Server – Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Prior experience in food service, hospitality, or senior living preferred (especially in Memory Care or dementia-support settings).

Familiarity with serving protocols in assisted living or healthcare environments is a plus.

Knowledge & Skills

Compassionate, patient, and understanding when interacting with residents living with dementia or cognitive impairment.

Ability to follow dietary orders, portion guidelines, and special diet requirements (e.g., mechanical soft, puree, low-sodium).

Strong communication skills — able to engage residents in a calm, respectful, and friendly manner.

Awareness of safety and sanitation standards, including food handling and infection control.

Observant and responsive to residents’ needs and behavioral cues.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, carry trays, and assist residents safely as needed.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with frequent resident interaction.

Personal Qualities

Warm, positive attitude and genuine interest in serving older adults.

Team player who collaborates well with nursing and caregiving staff.

Reliable and punctual, with flexibility for weekends and holidays.

Key Responsibilities :

• Acting as the primary point of contact between the memory care floors and the main kitchen and culinary team, ensuring seamless communication and food service operations.
• Coordinating and facilitating cooking-related activities for residents, such as baking cookies, making smoothies, and other culinary experiences.
• Creating a warm, inviting dining atmosphere and ensuring the culinary experience is top-notch for our memory care residents.
• Owning and overseeing both the front and back of house kitchen and dining room operations on the memory care floors to ensure cleanliness, organization, and efficiency.
• Collaborating with Memory Care and Culinary leaders to ensure mealtimes and culinary activities meet company standards.
• Assisting residents during meals and culinary experiences in the kitchens / dining rooms.
• Assisting with the flow of food and meals from the main kitchen to memory care dining areas.
• Ensuring kitchens and dining rooms are fully stocked with necessary supplies.
• Liaise with the main kitchen to order and replenish supplies as needed, ensuring no disruption to the culinary experience of the residents.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and maintain stock levels accordingly.
• Setting and clearing tables before and after meals.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas, including cleaning up after meals and preparing for subsequent meals.
• Recording food temperatures and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Education / Experience / Licensure / Certification :

Why You'll Love working for Us :

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