Are you a Culinary Development Training Manager looking to work for an amazing organization by serving others and connecting with your co-workers?

Immanuel Communities is seeking a Culinary Development Training Manager to work at Immanuel Home Office located at 1044 North 115^th Street, Omaha, NE  68154. This position requires the ability to travel to all Immanuel locations in Omaha, Lincoln, and Des Moines. 

Pay will be based upon experience, certifications, skills and education.

Best in Class Benefits can be found at Immanuel:

• HEALTH: Medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• LIFE INSURANCE: Employer Paid Life Insurance
• TIME OFF: Paid Time Off - accruing from day one of employment, Floating Holidays, Paid Holidays, 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off per year
• RETIREMENT: 401K with employer match
• WELLNESS: Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
• GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT: Advancement opportunities (as appropriate) – we look to grow from within our organization, Education Assistance Program – we invest up to $5,250 per year for education assistance paid up front
• Plus many more benefits!

What You Will Do

The overall purpose of this job is to shape our culinary hospitality training initiatives across multiple retirement living communities including, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support and Long Term Care. This role oversees the training and development of culinary staff, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills to meet the high standards of culinary excellence in the organization. The primary responsibilities of this job include identifying training needs, developing and updating training materials, creating training schedules, and conducting hands-on training sessions. The Hospitality Training Manager must also stay abreast of the latest culinary trends and techniques to incorporate them into the training curriculum.

Skills & Requirements

Education-

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent years of experience may substitute for education requirement.

Experience-

• Five (5) years of experience in hospitality training or management, preferably in a senior living or retirement community setting.
• Equivalent years of education may substitute for experience requirement.

Other Requirements –

• Ability to travel to multiple locations within the region as needed for training purposes.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for serving seniors and enhancing their quality of life through exceptional hospitality.

KSA- Knowledge Skills and Abilities-

• Strong leadership abilities with a proven track record of inspiring and motivating teams to achieve excellence in service delivery.
• Knowledge of the science and art of delivering information.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing effective training programs, including curriculum design, delivery methods, and evaluation strategies.
• Proficiency with training software, learning management systems, and other technological tools to facilitate training delivery and documentation.
• Understanding of adult learning principles.
• Clear and effective communication with both kitchen staff and front-of-house teams.
• Aptitude for addressing issues promptly and making critical decisions.
• Ability to persuade others to change their minds or behavior.
• Skills in using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

At Immanuel, we believe that our success is built on the collective strength of our people.  Here’s why you’ll thrive as part of our team:

•  Meaningful work: You won’t just have a job; you will have a purpose.  Our Mission impacts the lives of our residents/participants and their families, one another, and our community.
• Growth Opportunities: We invest in your development.  Whether it’s mentorship, training, or advancement, we’re committed to your growth.
• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate uniqueness and foster an environment where everyone feels valued.
• Work-Life Harmony: We believe in allowing you to thrive by leveraging your passion.  Achieve your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life harmony.
• Total Rewards: A focus on feedback and recognition, competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and perks beyond the basics.
• Intentional Experience: We are very intentional about your employee experience, from Day One Orientation to how we onboard new managers and invest in quarterly and annual leadership training.  

 Join us at Immanuel and be a part of something extraordinary.  Your journey starts here.

• Immanuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
• A background check and drug screen will be required prior to hire.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.