Dining Services Supervisor

NEXDINE Hospitality; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 1,798,000 - 1,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Compensation & Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holiday, Sick

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career Growth Opportunities

Various Employee Perks and Rewards

Job summary

NEXDINE Hospitality in Sarasota, FL is seeking a hands-on Dining Room Supervisor to support the Dining Room Manager in the daily operations of a vibrant Independent Living community.

This is a working supervisor role, right on the floor with the team—serving, bussing, greeting residents, resolving concerns, and helping ensure every meal feels welcoming and well-run. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy hospitality, this role offers leadership, teamwork, and service.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, hospitality, or dining room leadership experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure.
• A positive attitude and genuine enjoyment of working with older adults.
• Reliable, organized, and able to take initiative without constant direction.
• Team-oriented mindset with the confidence to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise and support dining room service while working on the floor with the team.
• Greet residents and guests, assist with seating, and foster a warm, community-focused dining experience.
• Take food and beverage orders and provide attentive table service
• Bus tables, reset dining areas, and maintain cleanliness throughout service
• Handle resident questions and concerns with professionalism and care
• Assist with reservations, takeout orders, and special requests
• Build and organize takeout meals accurately and efficiently
• Support setup, service, and breakdown for catering and special events
• Help train, coach, and motivate servers to maintain service standards
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service flow
• Step in as a leader on shift when the Dining Room Manager is unavailable

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Team leadership

Calm under pressure

Job description

Who We Are

NEXDINE Hospitality's family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior living, and hospitals nationwide. We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE Experience is responsive, transparent, and authentic. Learn more at www.NEXDINE.com.

Job Details

Position: Dining Room Supervisor

Location: Sarasota, FL

Schedule: Full time

Hourly Rate: $19.00-$20.00/hr

Pay Frequency: Weekly - Direct Deposit

What We Offer You

• Generous Compensation & Benefits Package
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Various Employee Perks and Rewards

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on, self-starting Dining Room Supervisor to support the Dining Room Manager in the daily operations of a vibrant Independent Living community. This is a working supervisor role, meaning you’ll be right alongside the team-serving, bussing, greeting residents, resolving concerns, and helping ensure every meal feels welcoming and well-run.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building relationships, and take pride in hospitality, this role offers the perfect blend of leadership, teamwork, and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively supervise and support dining room service while working on the floor with the team
• Greet residents and guests, assist with seating, and foster a warm, community-focused dining experience
• Take food and beverage orders and provide attentive table service
• Bus tables, reset dining areas, and maintain cleanliness throughout service
• Handle resident questions and concerns with professionalism and care
• Assist with reservations, takeout orders, and special requests
• Build and organize takeout meals accurately and efficiently
• Support setup, service, and breakdown for catering and special events
• Help train, coach, and motivate servers to maintain service standards
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service flow
• Step in as a leader on shift when the Dining Room Manager is unavailable

Physical & Work Environment Responsibilities

This is an active, on-your-feet role, including:

• Standing and walking for 6-7 hours per shift
• Lifting and carrying trays, dish racks, and supplies (up to 40 lbs)
• Working in a busy, fast-paced, and sometimes hot kitchen environment
• Navigating tight spaces during peak meal periods

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, hospitality, or dining room leadership experience preferred
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
• A positive attitude and genuine enjoyment of working with older adults
• Reliable, organized, and able to take initiative without constant direction
• Team-oriented mindset with the confidence to lead by example