Culinary Services Front of the House Lead
About The Position
Why Kendal? At Kendal at Lexington, we believe dining is more than a meal. It is hospitality, connection, and community. As the Front of House Lead, you will play a key leadership role in creating a warm, welcoming, and person-centered dining experience for our residents in the Anderson Dining Room and our full-service restaurant. Guided by Quaker values of equality, peace, simplicity, integrity, and community, we are committed to supporting both our residents and our team members. If you are an energetic leader who enjoys hospitality and building relationships, this is a meaningful opportunity to grow in a mission-driven environment. What You Will Do Lead and support Front of House team members to ensure smooth daily operations Oversee service in the Anderson Dining Room, The Restaurant, and Dietary Aide staff when serving as Culinary Manager on Duty Train new team members, including use of the Cubigo system and resident point system Conduct audits and provide coaching to maintain service excellence Ensure all dining areas meet sanitation and infection control standards Maintain strong visibility in dining areas to build positive rapport with residents and staff Create a safe and respectful environment that protects residents’ health, wellbeing, and rights Complete daily closing paperwork and ensure all operational checklists are followed Address resident concerns promptly, professionally, and accurately Participate in required in-service education and Relias training Adhere to Kendal at Lexington’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct What You Bring High school diploma or equivalent preferred At least two years of experience as a restaurant shift leader or supervisor Friendly, positive attitude with strong leadership skills Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Strong attention to detail and communication skills Dependable, flexible, and professional in all interactions Benefits Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans Paid time off, paid holidays, and two floating holidays Flexible scheduling 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions Employee referral bonus Staff recognition fund Discounted employee meals Free access to onsite wellness facilities, including fitness center and indoor pool Tuition reimbursement Opportunities for professional growth and development A supportive workplace rooted in respect, collaboration, and shared values
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- At least two years of experience as a restaurant shift leader or supervisor
- Friendly, positive attitude with strong leadership skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Strong attention to detail and communication skills
- Dependable, flexible, and professional in all interactions
Responsibilities
- Lead and support Front of House team members to ensure smooth daily operations
- Oversee service in the Anderson Dining Room, The Restaurant, and Dietary Aide staff when serving as Culinary Manager on Duty
- Train new team members, including use of the Cubigo system and resident point system
- Conduct audits and provide coaching to maintain service excellence
- Ensure all dining areas meet sanitation and infection control standards
- Maintain strong visibility in dining areas to build positive rapport with residents and staff
- Create a safe and respectful environment that protects residents’ health, wellbeing, and rights
- Complete daily closing paperwork and ensure all operational checklists are followed
- Address resident concerns promptly, professionally, and accurately
- Participate in required in-service education and Relias training
- Adhere to Kendal at Lexington’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and two floating holidays
- Flexible scheduling
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Employee referral bonus
- Staff recognition fund
- Discounted employee meals
- Free access to onsite wellness facilities, including fitness center and indoor pool
- Tuition reimbursement
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A supportive workplace rooted in respect, collaboration, and shared values
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
