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Dining Room Supervisor

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Life insurance

Job Description

Waltonwood is a respected leader in senior living communities, dedicated to providing exceptional service and care in a welcoming and supportive environment. As a company committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents, Waltonwood focuses on creating a warm, friendly, and engaging atmosphere where every resident feels valued and at home. The company's Culinary Department plays a vital role in this mission by offering nourishing and delicious meals served in a pleasant dining environment, recognizing that dining experiences are more than just meals; they are key moments of social interaction and enjoyment for residents. Waltonwood’s core philosophy revolves around teamwork, respect, and going beyond basic expectations to meet the needs of their community members.

The Dining Room Supervisor role at Waltonwood is a pivotal position within the Culinary Department, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the dining room to ensure an exceptional culinary experience for residents. This leadership role requires a strong communicator who can act as an effective liaison between the dining room and kitchen teams. The Dining Room Supervisor demonstrates grace under pressure, utmost professionalism, and a respectful demeanor at all times. They are key to maintaining smooth and efficient dining services and directly contribute to resident satisfaction by responding to and resolving dining concerns promptly.

In this position, the Dining Room Supervisor is charged with scheduling dining room associates, planning dining room setups based on resident census and operational requirements, and assisting in the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of service team members. As a role model and leader, they foster a culture of exemplary hospitality and motivate the team to exceed resident expectations consistently. The supervisor also ensures dining room cleanliness, safety, proper appearance of table settings, and maintenance of equipment, while managing inventory of dining room supplies.

Moreover, the Dining Room Supervisor supports community events and activities through direct communication and coordination with culinary leadership and service associates. This position demands a high level of customer focus, integrity, attention to detail, strong work ethic, and excellent communication skills. Waltonwood values associates who are reliable, punctual, and willing to support their colleagues and residents in meaningful ways, fostering a positive workplace culture.

Overall, the Dining Room Supervisor role is an excellent fit for professionals with prior supervisory and food service experience in hospitality, preferably with a fine dining background, who are passionate about delivering outstanding dining experiences in a senior living setting. The position reports to the Culinary Service Director and involves both operational responsibilities and direct interaction with residents, requiring a balance of leadership, service orientation, and teamwork.

Job Requirements

  • Prior supervisory and food service experience in the hospitality industry
  • Working knowledge of dining etiquettes, food handling techniques, and a high level of customer service
  • ServSafe Certification preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Job Qualifications

  • Prior supervisory and food service experience in the hospitality industry
  • Fine dining experience preferred
  • Working knowledge of dining etiquettes, food handling techniques and a high level of customer service
  • ServSafe Certification preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Job Duties

  • Schedule dining room associates and plan dining room setup based upon anticipated resident census and operational needs
  • Cover shifts as a server or host as needed
  • Assist in supervision of dining room team members to help assure proper service delivery
  • Assist in the hiring, training, supervision, scheduling and evaluating of the service team in the dining room
  • Resolve concerns regarding the dining experience of residents and guests
  • Review and be familiar with residents' dining restrictions and ensure the server team has knowledge of them
  • Serve as liaison between the dining room and kitchen, working closely with other leadership in the department
  • Direct pre-meal meetings with dining room personnel and brief culinary service associates on upcoming events and community functions
  • Ensure correct appearance, cleanliness and safety of dining room areas, table settings, glassware, silverware, equipment and fixtures
  • Maintain an inventory of dining room supplies and ensure that they are properly stored and accounted for
  • Assist in oversight of the community café service
  • Assist with all other duties as assigned by Culinary Service Director

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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