Senior Living Dining Room Team Leader

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Educational assistance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Riverside Senior Living is seeking a Dining Room Supervisor to lead daily dining room operations, manage wait staff, and coordinate with the kitchen to meet residents' dietary needs. You will train staff, ensure safety standards, and maintain a welcoming dining environment.

The role requires at least 3 years in a supervisory dining/hospitality role, preferably in senior living or healthcare, with food safety certifications and strong service orientation.

Qualifications

• Requires 3+ years of supervisory experience in dining or hospitality, preferably in senior living or healthcare.
• Certifications in food safety or handling are required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dining room operations and supervise wait staff to ensure courteous, efficient service.
• Coordinate with kitchen to meet dietary needs and timely meal service.
• Train new dining room staff on service standards and safety protocols.
• Monitor setup and cleanliness of the dining room and uphold high standards.
• Ensure compliance with health department regulations and facility policies.
• Manage dining room supplies and coordinate with other departments to maintain stock.
• Address resident concerns promptly and build positive resident relations.
• Assist in organizing and supervising dining events as needed.
• Maintain staff schedules, generate reports, and document incidents or concerns.

Skills

Team Leadership

Resident Experience

Coordination with Kitchen

Training and Development

Quality Control

Safety and Compliance

Inventory Management

Resident Relations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handlers Certification or ServSafe Certification

Job description

Riverside Senior Living is seeking a Dining Room Supervisor to lead daily dining room operations, manage wait staff, and coordinate with the kitchen to meet residents' dietary needs. You will train staff, ensure safety standards, and maintain a welcoming dining environment.

The role requires at least 3 years in a supervisory dining/hospitality role, preferably in senior living or healthcare, with food safety certifications and strong service orientation.