Culinary & Dining Coordinator (Full Time)

Vetter Senior Living • Fairbury, NE

3h

About The Position

Heritage Care Center is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Culinary & Dining Coordinator to lead its Culinary Team and foster a culture of quality, hospitality, and teamwork. The role focuses on creating enjoyable dining experiences for residents, supporting team members, and helping residents feel at home through meals and service.

The coordinator oversees daily dining operations, develops and supports team members, and helps ensure meals are prepared and served to high standards. The position also involves coordinating schedules and hiring-related activities, maintaining food safety and regulatory compliance, managing food inventory and costs, and working with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams to address preferences and dietary needs. The coordinator helps organize special meals and celebrations and looks for ways to improve dining service and operations.

Requirements

• Passion for customer service and creating meaningful experiences for others.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop team members.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented approach.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience in food service, culinary operations, healthcare dining, hospitality, or long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support Culinary team members.
• Create a positive and engaging work environment where team members feel valued and empowered.
• Oversee daily dining operations and ensure meals are prepared and served with excellence.
• Ensure a welcoming dining experience that promotes resident satisfaction and quality of life.
• Coordinate staffing schedules and assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training new team members.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
• Manage food ordering, inventory, and cost controls.
• Partner with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams to accommodate dining preferences and special dietary needs.
• Help coordinate holiday meals, special events, and resident celebrations.
• Seek opportunities to improve service, efficiency, and the dining experience.

Benefits

• Education assistance and loan reimbursement program.
• Commuter Mileage Benefit for eligible employees.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees working 24 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) with employer match after one year of employment.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Earned Wage Access.
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional growth.
• Fun, collaborative work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed