Culinary Coordinator

About the role

Average of 3-5 years of dining service experience required, with comprehensive knowledge of service techniques, resident relations, plate presentation, sanitation, food handling, and special functions.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat residents and guests in all dining venues and at special function
• Circulate throughout all dining venues during meal periods to respond to questions, address concerns, and ensure an excellent resident experience
• Supervise and support dining service personnel to ensure proper service techniques, sanitation standards, and operational procedures are consistently followed
• Maintain knowledge of server-side work responsibilities for each location and assign appropriate side work to all scheduled servers
• Oversee the closing of dining venues, ensuring side work, cleaning, and station setups are completed properly
• Implement, manage, and optimize culinary service systems, including processing resident charges, updating daily menu slides, and posting dining announcements
• Supervise and assist with the setup, service, and breakdown of special functions in coordination with kitchen staff and other departments
• Step in during peak mealtimes to help with bussing, serving, or other tasks as needed
• Provide training and orientation for new dining service staff to uphold department standards
• Maintain knowledge of allergens and ensure all daily menu items are accurately labeled
• Aid with operational paperwork, check-outs, and menu updates as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with email, internet navigation, and common office software
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work well with individuals of all ages
• Ability to take oral and written instruction well, write legibly, and work effectively in a team environment
• Valid state driver's license and a satisfactory driving record
• Must be 18 years of age or older, consistent with applicable federal and New Hampshire employment laws

Benefits

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with up to a 6% employer match
• Employer-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) that begins accruing on day one, with up to 360 hours of rollover
• $1.50/hour weekend differential (Friday 5:00 PM – Sunday Midnight)
• Access to RiverMead's on-site Fitness Center and indoor pool
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Long-term stability with a respected nonprofit organization
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture