Culinary & Dining Coordinator (Full Time)

Culinary & Dining Coordinator

At Heritage Care Center, we believe some of life's best moments happen around the table. Guided by our mission of Dignity in Life, we're committed to creating exceptional experiences for our residents every day, and great dining is a big part of that experience.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Culinary & Dining Coordinator to lead our Culinary Team and inspire a culture of quality, hospitality, and teamwork. This is more than a food service position. It's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by creating enjoyable dining experiences, supporting a dedicated team, and helping residents feel at home through exceptional meals and service.

If you enjoy leading people, building positive relationships, and creating memorable experiences through food, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and support Culinary team members to achieve their best every day
• Create a positive and engaging work environment where team members feel valued and empowered
• Oversee daily dining operations to ensure meals are prepared and served with excellence
• Ensure a welcoming dining experience that promotes resident satisfaction and quality of life
• Coordinate staffing schedules and assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training new team members
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards
• Manage food ordering, inventory, and cost controls to support department success
• Partner with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams to accommodate dining preferences and special dietary needs
• Help coordinate holiday meals, special events, and resident celebrations
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve service, efficiency, and the dining experience

What We're Looking For

• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience in food service, culinary operations, healthcare dining, hospitality, or long-term care preferred
• Passion for customer service and creating meaningful experiences for others
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop team members
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude
• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented approach

Position Details

• Full-time leadership position
• Benefits eligible
• Some schedule flexibility may be required to support department operations, special events, and team member needs
• Participation in weekend and holiday rotation as needed

Benefits & Perks

• Education assistance and loan reimbursement program
• Commuter Mileage Benefit for eligible employees
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees working 24+ hours per week
• 401(k) with employer match after one year of employment
• Vacation and sick time
• Earned Wage Access
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional growth
• Fun, collaborative work environment where you can make a difference every day

Join Our Team

At Heritage Care Center, we know that a great meal can bring comfort, connection, and joy. As our Culinary & Dining Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, enhance the resident experience, and help create moments that matter.

Join us in bringing our mission of Dignity in Life to the table each and every day. ?️❤️