Dining Room Supervisor - Memory Care / Omaha, NE
- Location
- Omaha, Nebraska, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Dining Room Supervisor - Memory Care
• Status: Full-time Location: Ovation Heartwood Preserve; 470 Maxwell Plaza; Omaha, NE 68154 Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com Job Summary We’re seeking a compassionate, hands-on Dining Room Supervisor to lead dining services within our Memory Care community. This role supervises a team of 10+ dining staff, coordinates employee schedules, supports daily dining operations, and works alongside the team on the floor to provide attentive, resident-centered service. The ideal candidate brings experience in restaurant, hospitality, senior living, assisted living, or memory care dining services , along with strong team leadership and customer service skills. Professional experience working with older adults is strongly preferred , particularly candidates with memory care, dementia, or Alzheimer’s care experience or training . This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys coaching and supporting a team while also interacting directly with residents. Experience as a Dining Services Supervisor, Dining Room Supervisor, Restaurant Supervisor, Dining Manager, Food Service Supervisor, FOH Supervisor, Lead Server, or Senior Living Dining Supervisor is highly valued. Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
- Train dining room servers and hosts on proper etiquette, hospitality, and service standards.
- Create work schedules, assign side-work (e.g., setting tables, vacuuming), and manage shift coverage.
- Conduct performance evaluations, monitor grooming/uniform compliance, and address disciplinary issues when necessary.
- Welcome new residents, assist with seating, and ensure the dining room atmosphere is warm and inviting.
- Coordinate closely with healthcare and dietary teams to ensure meals adhere to prescribed diets, food allergies, and texture modifications (especially critical in memory care).
- Track meal attendance and proactively alert Wellness/Concierge staff if a resident fails to show for a safety check.
- Handle resident complaints tactfully and ensure their culinary preferences are met.
- Plan daily table sections and service flow based on resident meal counts.
- Supervise the pacing and execution of meal services and assist with tray delivery/room service for residents who eat in their apartments.
- Monitor dining supplies (silverware, linens, condiments) and assist in putting away stock or light dishwashing as needed.
- Ensure the dining room complies with state licensing, ADA, OSHA, and local health department regulations.
- Supervise daily and weekly cleaning duties to maintain a spotless, hazard-free environment.
- Ensure the dining room, service stations, and equipment strictly adhere to state health codes and community sanitation standards.
- Monitor food temperatures and safe handling practices during service.
- Manage cleaning schedules and side-work duties for the serving staff.
- Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
- Other duties assigned are appropriate to the position.
Requirements Requirements and Qualifications
• Requires 1-2 years of food service experience, with at least 6-12 months in a supervisory or management role. • Knowledge of high standards of food service sanitation and safety. • Requires maintaining high standards of personal hygiene while working, including frequent hand washing and securing hair away from the face. • Interpersonal skills are necessary to establish effective relationships with department workers and with other departments. • Skill and ability to learn to operate kitchen equipment. • Must possess an active CPR/BLS Certification and always maintain certification during employment. • Requires current Food Handlers card issued by local Health Department. • Be knowledgeable of dietary practices and procedures, as well as related laws, regulations and pertaining to hospital and ALF/IL/ALZ operations. • Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests. Benefits At Ovation, we believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day. Employees are Benefits-eligible at 30+ hours/week. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following hire
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Regence medical plans (PPO & HDHP), Delta Dental (with orthodontia), and VSP vision
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance (Canopy)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – Flexible PTO program combining vacation, sick, and holiday time
- Paid Holidays – Six recognized holidays, with premium pay for eligible hourly employees
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Available after 90 days, with discretionary employer match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) – Employer contributes up to $600/year for HDHP participants
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Limited, Dependent Care, and Commuter options
- Supplemental Insurance Options – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability (Sun Life)
- Legal Insurance – Affordable access to legal support for common life needs
- Pet Insurance – Discounted plans through Wishbone
- Employee Discounts – Savings on travel, entertainment, electronics, fitness & more (Tickets at Work)
Ovation by Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify #OHW
From Ovation's careers page (Workable), checked 29 Oct 2026.
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Posted 9 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job