Dining Room Manager

HHS; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development and ongoing trening

Job summary

HHS is seeking a warm, high-energy leader to join our culinary team and elevate the cafeteria and retail bistro within a hospital setting. You will oversee day-to-day operations, coach a goal-driven team, and create a welcoming dining space for staff and families.

Responsibilities include managing retail operations, recruiting and developing staff, and driving revenue while maintaining high service standards and cost control.

Qualifications

• Minimum associate’s degree; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of retail food experience in quick-serve restaurants, supermarket merchandising, or fine dining.
• 3+ years of management.
• Experience with cash handling policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with various point of sales (POS)/register systems.
• Knowledge of hospital food service operations.
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage the cafe retail area to provide excellent customer service and support revenue growth.
• Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect.
• Develop and monitor evaluation processes for customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer satisfaction through communication, integrity, and performance.
• Lead retail team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments.
• Perform daily inspections and assessments and coach and counsel team members.
• Manage and monitor all department sales and costs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Professionalism

Proactivity

Team player

Business ethics

Organization

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

POS / register systems

Job description

Location: Lutheran Home - CNS

Pay Rate: Salary - Salary Plan, 59,000.00 USD Annual

Work Shift:

Job Description

We are seeking a warm, high-energy leader to join our culinary team and bring our cafeteria and retail bistro to life!
In this role, you will oversee day-to-day retail operations, crafting a welcoming, vibrant, and profitable dining space where dedicated hospital staff and patient families can recharge over a great meal. You’ll lead a goal-driven team, cultivating a supportive, efficient, and rewarding culture where everyone thrives.

Responsibilities

• Manage the cafe retail area to provide excellent customer service and support revenue growth
• Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
• Develop and monitor evaluation processes for customer satisfaction
• Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer satisfaction through communication, integrity, and performance
• Lead retail team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments
• Perform daily inspections and assessments and coach and counsel team members
• Manage and monitor all department sales and costs

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skills
• Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
• Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Minimum associate’s degree; bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of retail food experience in quick‑serve restaurants, supermarket merchandising, or fine dining
• 3+ years of management
• Experience with cash handling policies and procedures
• Familiarity with various point of sales (POS)/register systems
• Knowledge of hospital food service operations
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
• Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities

Not Required But a Big Plus

• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), or willingness to obtain certification within 18 months

What We Offer

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development and ongoing training

Important to Know

• Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place..
• Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
• HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.

Who is HHS

HHS is a private, family‑owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality‑driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.

We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.

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