Culinary Coordinator

Culinary Coordinator – Dining Room Lead (Full-Time)
RiverMead | Peterborough, NH

Love hospitality and enjoy being the go-to person on the floor? Come lead by example with us.

RiverMead, a not-for-profit LifePlan Community (CCRC) in Peterborough, NH, is hiring a full-time front-of-house Culinary Coordinator. As our dining room lead, you’ll work alongside our servers, keep meal service running smoothly, and make sure every resident and guest feels welcome.

What You’ll Do

• Be the point person in the dining room: greet residents and guests, answer questions, and resolve concerns
• Set the example for servers on table service, cleanliness, and side work
• Lead opening, closing, station setup, and front-of-house prep for special events
• Connect the dining room and kitchen so orders and service flow smoothly
• Handle daily tasks such as resident charges, menu slides, dining announcements, and allergen labels
• Jump in to bus, serve, and seat during busy times
• Help train new servers and keep the floor schedule on track

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of front-of-house experience in a restaurant, banquet, or hospitality setting
• Working knowledge of table service and food safety
• Friendly, dependable, and comfortable taking the lead on a busy shift
• Good communication and basic computer skills
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record

Pay & Benefits

• $1.50/hour weekend differential (Fri 5 PM – Sun midnight)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) with up to 6% employer match
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Generous PTO from day one, with up to 360 hours of rollover
• On-site fitness center and indoor pool

Why Choose RiverMead?
You’ll be part of a respected nonprofit with real room to grow. You’ll also join a team that values compassion, respect, and teamwork, and the residents here truly notice the people who make every meal feel special.

Apply today and bring your warmth and love of hospitality to a team where your work makes a difference.