Dining Services Coordinator

Shift & Pay

• Shift: Evening
• Pay Range: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour (Final offer based on your unique skills, experience, and professional background)

Why You'll LOVE Working With Us

• Be part of a community that believes dining is more than food—it’s about joy, connection, and creating memorable experiences.
• Work in a warm, welcoming environment where teamwork, creativity, and hospitality shine every day.
• Feel appreciated and supported by leaders who value your ideas, encourage growth, and celebrate your success.
• Bring your passion to life in a role where every meal you help serve makes someone’s day brighter.
• Experience a strong culture of respect, collaboration, and purpose as part of National Lutheran Communities & Services.
• Enjoy a fulfilling career where laughter fills the dining rooms, and every shift offers meaningful moments.
• Take pride in knowing your work truly matters—helping residents live life to the fullest through comfort, care, and connection.

What We're Looking For

• High school graduate or equivalent education is preferred
• Minimally two years of experience in commercial cooking or healthcare food preparation is required
• One-year of Food Service Coordinator experience and Certified Food Service Manager Certification required
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• Ability to prepare/handle food using safe food handling practices
• Basic math skills and knowledge of weights and measures required
• Willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to communicate at all levels, provide instruction and train other employees as required
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to read and speak English

What You'll Do

• Demonstrate commitment to NLCS' core values in all aspects of work
• Supports NLCS policies, procedures, guidelines and code of conduct standards
• Cultivate an inclusive and supportive environment that empowers team members and residents to thrive, find meaning in daily activities, and pursue personal and professional growth, to align with our philosophy of purposeful living
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes team member engagement and satisfaction
• Supports dining services operations according to established standards and procedures, taking into account any special requirements
• Maintains accurate resident records as required
• Maintains familiarity with resident diet modifications
• Works closely with the Dining Services Team to ensure the highest level of dining services to residents, visitors and NLCS employees
• Trains workers in performance of duties
• Supervise tray assembly process
• Assigns cleaning schedules
• Supervises nourishment preparation and distribution
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Earn up to 5 weeks of PTO in your first year!
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Pet insurance to keep your furry friends happy
• Team member recognition programs and discounted meals
• Up to $4,000 annual tuition reimbursement to support your continued education