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Valley Dairy Restaurants have been family owned and operated since 1938 — that’s 4 generations of good food, great people, and hometown hospitality. With 13 locations across 9 counties in Western PA (and growing!), we specialize in American Breakfast, Casual Dining, and Ice Cream favorites that bring families together.

Now Hiring: Friendly & Energetic Food Servers!

Do you love making people smile? Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where every shift is different? Join our front-of-house team and be part of a restaurant that treats both guests and team members like family.

What You’ll Do:

  • Greet guests with a warm, welcoming attitude
  • Take accurate food and drink orders and enter them into our system
  • Deliver meals and beverages in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner
  • Anticipate guest needs and go the extra mile to make their visit great
  • Maintain a clean and organized dining area
  • Assist as a cashier or hostess when needed — we’re a team, and we support each other
  • Work with fellow team members to ensure smooth, fast, and fun service
  • Handle guest concerns with professionalism and care

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous restaurant or customer service experience preferred
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Ability to multitask in a busy dining room
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Willingness to learn and grow — we promote from within!

Perks & Benefits:
  • Tips
  • Employee discounts on & off the clock
  • Flexible scheduling – no late nights! (great for students or second jobs!)
  • Health Insurance (for eligible employees)
  • 401(k) with company match (for eligible employees)
  • Paid vacation (for eligible employees)
  • Paid training
  • Referral bonuses
  • Opportunities for advancement

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift (up to 25 lbs), and move quickly throughout the restaurant for extended periods. Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication. Must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment. The associate is responsible for performing the essential responsibilities of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The associate should notify Valley Dairy Corporate Headquarters Human Resources Department of any reasonable accommodation requests and may need to provide supporting medical documentation.

This job description may not list all duties for this position and the associate in this position may be required to perform other duties to meet business needs.

If you’re ready to join a supportive, family-focused team and deliver great guest experiences, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and start serving smiles at Valley Dairy Restaurants!

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