Dining Associate

at Erickson Senior Living

Record last updated: 2/21/2026 12:47:57 PM

Current Days Open
117
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$16.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$16.00 (Hourly)
Historical Days Open
140
First Seen
6/10/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$16.00 (Hourly)
2/21/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$16.00 (Hourly)
2/21/2026

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Full Job Description

Location: Tallgrass Creek by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as a Dining Associate in our Continuing Care department and play a key role in delivering excellent service to our residents. Youll ensure the dining room and pantry run smoothly, supporting our goal of providing a great dining experience. Full-time Shift: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm with weekend and holiday availability Compensation: Starting at $16.00 per hour, based upon experience What we offer Quality of life most of our restaurant's team members are out before 9pm PTO, volunteer hours, and competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law Free shift meal! A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values Growth Opportunities grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones! Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match How you will make an impact Greet and welcome residents upon their arrival at the restaurant Ensure the smooth operation of the restaurant by coordinating with seaters to help servers and kitchen staff work efficiently Assist with preparation, stocking, serving, and post-meal clean-up Ensure all residents receive adequate nutritional intake Answer phones professionally and follow up on requests Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the front of the house and kitchen Assist in training the wait staff What you will need Minimum of 6 months of experience in a food service environment is preferred Be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds Flexible with schedule, available to work some weekends and holidays Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description. Tallgrass Creek is a beautiful 65-acre continuing care retirement community located in Overland Park, Kansas, just minutes from the Kansas-Missouri border. Were part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the countrys largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Tallgrass Creek helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow. Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. Since 1983, Erickson Senior Livings national network of managed communities has been devoted to one missionhelping people live better lives. If you're driven to make a difference and feel passionate about what you do, you'll thrive in an Erickson Senior Living career. Experience a work and social environment beyond the traditional office setting, with access to multiple on-campus dining choices, health and wellness facilities, lush green spaces, and so much more. Come see why were among the most respected names in senior living, now serving 27,000 residents with a team of more than 14,000 employees.

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