Temporary Dining Room Coordinator

Belmont Village Lp; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth and Training

BV Cares support program

Exclusive discounts from retailers

Continuing education courses

Employee milestone celebrations

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Belmont Village Senior Living is seeking a Temporary Dining Room Coordinator to lead and supervise the on-site dining program. You will manage servers, assist with meal service, events, and room service while fostering resident engagement and a culture of hospitality.

Under the guidance of the Chef Manager, you will train front-of-house staff, ensure safe food handling, and maintain dining spaces in top condition.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior dining supervisor experience in senior living, restaurant, hotel, or similar service industry.
• Knowledge of dining etiquette and hospitality standards; ability to train others.
• Clear verbal and written English communication required.
• Flexible schedule and reliable attendance.
• Willingness to learn new software/tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and actively support dining room servers, ensuring exceptional food service and hospitality.
• Oversee the cleanliness and organization of dining spaces, including the Bistro and Dining Room.
• Coordinate guest seating and maintain dining room readiness for every meal service.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing, Activities, and residents to plan and execute special events.
• Address resident and guest feedback with professionalism and care.
• Assist the Chef Manager in training front of house staff in safety, food handling, and cleanliness.

Skills

Dining supervision

Hospitality standards

Training others

English communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tablet & mobile devices

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

At Belmont Village Senior Living you’ll find a unique balance of innovative, research-based programming with best‑in‑class care and resident-centered living. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and award-winning Memory Care, we offer a vibrant and intellectually rich community where seniors can thrive as they age, actively shaped by employees, residents and neighbors.

As the Temporary Dining Room Coordinator, you will manage the total dining room operation in our on‑site restaurant including hiring, supervising and training of our restaurant servers. This position is a hands‑on supervisory position assisting with the restaurant meal service, special events and room service delivery as needed. You will develop lasting relationships with residents and guests in our restaurant style dining room. Supported by our experienced Chef Manager, you’ll help cultivate a culture of collaboration and excellence in dining and hospitality. If you have relevant experience and a passion for learning, leading, and inspiring others, we’d love to connect with you!

YOUR TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership and actively support dining room servers, ensuring exceptional food service and hospitality
• Oversee the cleanliness and organization of our dining spaces, including the Bistro and Dining Room
• Coordinate guest seating and maintain dining room readiness for every meal service
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing, Activities, and residents to plan and execute special events
• Address resident and guest feedback with professionalism and care
• Assist the Chef Manager in building a positive workplace culture by training front of house employees in safety protocols, food handling, and dining area cleanliness
• Collaborate with community leadership, regional teams, and corporate support to align with organizational goals
• Assist the Chef Manager with front of house staff schedules, interviewing, training, and task delegation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous dining supervisor experience in senior living, restaurant, hotel, or comparable service industry
• Knowledge of dining etiquette and hospitality standards with the ability to train others
• Knowledge of cleaning standards in a commercial food operation
• Must be able to communicate clearly in verbal and written English
• Ability to work flexible schedule as the needs of the dining program require
• Must be able to effectively use company issued electronic devices such as tablets, smartphones, and laptops for job‑related tasks
• Must be comfortable learning and adapting to new software tools and platforms as required
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for all Belmont Village employees to ensure the successful operation of the community

Please note that the above Responsibilities and Qualifications provide a general overview of the primary duties for this role and the basic qualifications. This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

BELMONT VILLAGE PERKS

• Career Growth and Training programs led by Belmont Village subject matter experts
• BV Cares direct employee support program for severe and unexpected hardships
• Exclusive discounts and offers from leading retailers and brands
• Complimentary unlimited continuing education courses
• Celebration of Employee Milestones and Achievements
• Referral bonus opportunities

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Belmont Village Senior Living owns, manages, and operates luxury senior living communities across the United States and in Mexico City, Mexico. Our diverse teams are composed of servant leaders who thrive in hands‑on, fast‑paced, and physically active roles. Our most successful team members are deeply committed to serving seniors and align closely with our core values: Trust, Respect, Teamwork, Dignity, Integrity, Ownership, and Learning. With a strong strategic development plan in place, Belmont Village is proud to provide a wide range of opportunities for internal growth and career advancement.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

This is a temporary position and is not eligible for benefits. Belmont Village Senior Living offers full‑time regular employees medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescription benefits along with Paid Time Off, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) savings with employer match, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance.

EOE

Belmont Village Senior Living is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.