Dietary Team Lead

Job overview

The Dietary Team Lead role is onsite in Lexington, VA. Compensation is not specified. The position is part of Kendal at Lexington’s Culinary Services leadership team, supporting resident dining and the community’s Quaker values. The lead guides Dietary Aide staff and helps ensure smooth dining operations, consistent service, and safe, sanitary dining areas. Through training, feedback, resident engagement, and operational follow-through, the role supports a collaborative team and positive dining experiences for residents.

What you'll do

• Lead and support Dietary Aide staff
• oversee front-of-house operations in Borden, Webster, and Anderson when serving as Culinary Manager on Duty
• train and mentor team members on Cubigo and organizational procedures
• conduct audits and provide performance feedback
• maintain sanitation, infection control, and safety standards
• engage with residents, staff, and administration
• complete closing paperwork and checklists
• address resident concerns
• participate in required training and uphold the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dietary team lead

lexington va

kendal at lexington

culinary services

dietary aide leadership

resident dining

food service

staff training

sanitation

infection control

cubigo

flexible scheduling

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• paid time off, paid holidays, and two floating holidays
• flexible scheduling
• 403(b) with employer contributions
• referral bonus
• onsite fitness center and indoor pool access
• tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

High school diploma or equivalent and previous food service experience are preferred; leadership experience is a plus. Benefits include insurance plans, paid time off and holidays, a 403(b) with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, and access to onsite wellness facilities.

About the employer

Kendal At Lexington is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.