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Dining Assistant

Claiborne Senior Living
Hattiesburg, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 10/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2026
Claiborne Senior Living Independent Living is hiring a Dining Assistant (DGA) to help create a welcoming, high-quality dining experience for our residents. If you take ownership of your work, act with integrity, and believe that culture matters, we’d love to have you on our team.

In senior living, dining is more than a meal — it’s connection, comfort, and community.

Why You’ll Love This Role

  • Be part of a team that values service, teamwork, and professionalism
  • Make a meaningful difference in residents’ daily experience
  • Work in a supportive environment where your reliability and focus matter
  • Competitive pay and strong benefits


What You’ll Do

  • Assist with meal preparation and service following standardized recipes and portion guidelines
  • Support residents with special diets and dietary needs as directed
  • Maintain safe food handling, sanitation, and storage practices
  • Keep dining areas clean, organized, and welcoming
  • Provide friendly, attentive service to residents and respond promptly to requests
  • Work collaboratively with the culinary and care teams to ensure a positive dining experience


What We’re Looking For

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous food service or hospitality experience preferred (training provided)
  • Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation standards
  • Strong customer service skills and a positive, team-oriented mindset
  • Ability to remain focused and dependable in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
  • Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed


Benefits

  • Double time pay on major holidays
  • Free employee meals
  • Up to $1,000 employee referral bonus (no limit)
  • Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, disability, and EAP


Claiborne Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Salary : $12 - $13

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