Top 73 Culinary lead Jobs in Nebraska

Director of Culinary Experiences - Vetter Senior Living
Vetter Senior Living —Elkhorn, NE
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Quality control
- Mentoring
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Food Production Manager 3
Sodexo —Omaha, NE
- $67,405 - $87,230 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Food Service Manager
ISS —Omaha, NE
- $71,975 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- ServSafe
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef
Restaurant in Omaha —Omaha, NE
- From $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Restaurant Chef - Omaha Warhorse
WarHorse Gaming, LLC —Omaha, NE
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Extended hours
- 6 years
- Casual dining restaurant
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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EXECUTIVE CHEF 2- University of Nebraska Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Lincoln, NE
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Restaurant Manager
LongHorn Steakhouse —Omaha, NE
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Guest services
- Restaurant
- Dental insurance
- Flextime
Food Service Director - NEX
Summit —Lexington, NE
- Up to $25 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Restaurant Manager
Lied Lodge at Arbor Day Farm —Nebraska City, NE
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Culinary Lead
Vetter Senior Living —Seward, NE
- Evenings as needed
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Kitchen
Associate Director of Culinary
Lunchtime Solutions, Inc. —Hastings, NE
- No weekends
- Hybrid work
- School experience
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Culinary Lead-Full Time
Vetter Senior Living —Saint Paul, NE
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Kitchen
Food and Beverage Assistant Manager
Sky Dine, Inc. —Omaha, NE
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Task Force Executive Chef
The Cottonwood Hotel —Omaha, NE
- Temporary
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Full Time Culinary Assistant and Cook
Sumner Place —Lincoln, NE
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef
Upstream Brewing Company —Omaha, NE
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
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Culinary Services Manager
Astoria Senior Living at Omaha —Omaha, NE
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Paid training
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Culinary Lead/Kitchen Cook
York Country Club —York, NE
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Relocation assistance
- Paid time off
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Full Time Culinary Lead-Linden Estates
Vetter Senior Living —North Platte, NE
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Kitchen
Part Time Cook
Sumner Place —Lincoln, NE
- Part-time
- Serving
- Older adults
- Entry level
- 401(k) matching
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Director of Culinary Experiences - Vetter Senior Living

Vetter Senior Living -
Elkhorn, NE

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Customer communication
Strategic goal setting
Budgeting for community living facilities
Employee retention
Leadership development
Team development
Mentoring
Business operations
Managing food service teams
Onboarding process management
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Market development strategies
Hospitality management
Team building

Full Job Description

Vetter Senior Living is seeking a next level leader to become our Director of Culinary Experiences. The Director of Culinary Experiences is a visionary and operational leader responsible for elevating the culinary and hospitality standards across Vetter Senior Living's Senior Living Communities-including skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living. This role blends clinical excellence with the artistry of five-star dining, ensuring that every resident enjoys meals that are not only nutritious but beautifully presented, thoughtfully served, and emotionally enriching.

Key Responsibilities

Five-Star Culinary Vision
- Design and implement dining programs that rival upscale restaurant experiences, tailored to the unique needs of older adults.
- Curate menus that balance gourmet appeal with therapeutic and dietary requirements, using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
Resident-Centered Experience Design
- Create elegant, welcoming dining environments that promote dignity, engagement, and enjoyment.
- Introduce themed dinners, chef's tables, and interactive culinary events.
Multi-Site Operational Leadership
- Oversee food service operations across all Vetter communities, ensuring consistency in quality, presentation, and service.
- Partner with Director of Culinary and Dining Services to monitor compliance with CMS regulations, food safety standards, and clinical dietary guidelines.
Team Development & Culture Building
- Co-lead and mentor a network of culinary directors, chefs, and dining team members who embody our values of serving, integrity, teamwork, and excellence.
- Provide training in hospitality service, culinary innovation, and person-centered care.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with nursing, wellness, and life enrichment teams to integrate dining into holistic resident care.
- Engage with residents and families to gather feedback and continuously refine offerings.
Quality Assurance & Performance Metrics
- Establish KPIs for dining satisfaction, plating standards, service timeliness, and team engagement.
- Conduct regular audits, site visits, and performance reviews to uphold five-star standards.

Qualifications

Executive Operations Leadership: Experienced operations leader with 15+ years leading multi-unit hospitality and food service operations including restaurants and/or hospitality groups, including managing large teams and significant budgets.
Strategic Planning and Organizational Growth: Expertise in developing long-range strategic plans, evaluating market opportunities, guiding expansion initiatives, and strengthening organizational infrastructure to support growth.
Strong financial and business acumen, including P&L leadership, budgeting, forecasting, developing new concepts, improving existing brands, and ensuring great guest and customer experiences.
People-focused leader who builds strong teams through clear communication, coaching, and a positive, accountable culture.
Training, Onboarding & Talent Development: Builder of training programs, onboarding frameworks, and operational playbooks that drive consistency, team alignment, and long-term talent retention.

Ideal Candidate Traits

Passionate about transforming senior dining into a five-star experience.
Creative, detail-oriented, and committed to culinary artistry and resident dignity.
Skilled in project management and innovation.
Skilled communicator and collaborator across disciplines and communities.
Embraces innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning.

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