Dining Room Lead

Arbor Day Foundation; Nebraska City (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Arbor Day Foundation, located at Lied Lodge in Nebraska City, is seeking a Restaurant Supervisor to lead a hospitality team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You’ll report to the Restaurant Manager and collaborate with culinary and events staff across the property.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and upholding high standards of service for large groups and special events.

Qualifications

• Passion for hospitality and service.
• Team leadership experience.
• Excellent communication and guest service.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-event setting.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a hospitality team in a large guest-focused setting.
• Maintain professional appearance and represent Lied Lodge.
• Assist in serving, bartending, and maintaining a clean dining area.
• Coordinate with culinary and events teams for weddings and conferences.
• Contribute to a culture of kindness, collaboration, and excellence.

Skills

Team-first mindset

Strong communication

People leadership

Adaptability

High standards

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Lied Lodge - Nebraska City, NE 68410Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: NoneDoes the opportunity to devote your talents to a cause much greater than yourself excite you?

At Arbor Day Farm, you don’t just show up to work — you help create experiences rooted in purpose, service, and impact.

Life is short, love where you work.

As one of the world’s largest conservation organizations, the Arbor Day Foundation inspires people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. Through Arbor Day Farm, Lied Lodge, Tree Adventure, and our historic properties, we bring that mission to life — welcoming guests to experience conservation firsthand.

Join Arbor Day Farm as a Restaurant Supervisor and help create meaningful guest experiences while advancing the Foundation’s mission right here in Nebraska City.

Your Support System:

You’ll report to our Restaurant Manager.

You’ll collaborate with leaders and team members across the property , including Timbers and Culinary.

We believe in servant leadership, open communication, and growing talent from within.

How We Work:

Location: Nebraska City, Nebraska – Arbor Day Farm Campus

Schedule: Full-Time, flexible

Our campus is guest-centered and hospitality-driven. Many roles require flexibility to support weddings, conferences, seasonal festivals, and signature events. We work hard, support each other, and believe if we’re going to do something — it’s worth doing well.

What You’ll Do:

• Work as a team. Be a part of helping us create a fun work environment with teamwork at the forefront.
• Be a part of a fast-paced environment. You thrive on the energy you get from serving large groups.
• Represent Lied Lodge. You'll maintain a professional appearance and representation.
• Assist in a variety of functions. From clearing and setting tables, serving food, bartending/serving drinks and helping us maintain cleanliness.
• Be part of a global non-profit. You will gain valuable work experience that sets you up for other opportunities on our property.

What You’ll Bring:

• Passion for hospitality, service, and the Foundation’s mission.
• Team-first mindset.
• Positive Attitude.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience leading a team.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to high standards — because good enough is not good enough.

What Success Looks Like:

• Guests feel welcomed, valued, and cared for.
• Operations run safely and efficiently.
• Team members feel supported and empowered.
• You contribute to a culture rooted in kindness, collaboration, and excellence.

Love Where You Work: Benefits & Perks:

• We’re in this together. A culture focused on kindness, collaboration, and doing what’s right.
• We care about your health. Competitive healthcare (medical, dental, vision) coverage paired with wellness incentives.
• We invest in your future. Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• We care about your mental health. Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• We will feed you. One complimentary meal per day.
• We’ll round out the experience. Property-wide events and experiences throughout the year.
• Exclusive perks. Free access to Tree Adventure, discounts on overnight stays, retail, and dining at Timbers and Porters, golf, and more.
• Paid time off. Full-time team members are eligible for paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, floating holiday, and end-of-year floating holiday hours.

The Arbor Day Foundation is an equal opportunity employer

The Arbor Day Foundation is committed to equal employment opportunities. We will not discriminate against Team Members or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm your authorization to work in the U.S.

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete your application or participate in the interview process, please contact us at 402-873-8733.