Dining Director

Position Overview

Effectively manage team members, leading by example in work ethic, uniform guidelines, and respect for both staff and residents. Adhere to and enforce company policies as outlined in the employee handbook. Interact positively with various other departments to stimulate the overall growth of the community. Work continually to enhance the resident experience within the community.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Lead crews in all aspects of food service and preparation, both front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house, expecting thorough and timely completion of tasks from all crew members.
• Communicate openly and work intricately with various levels of team members, directing and training patiently, as needed.
• Understand the job description and duties of each position within the department.
• Responsible for wage and salaries of those under your supervision within company and community guidelines, and in keeping with budgetary requirements.
• Responsible for hiring and discipline practices of those under your supervision, as directed by the Executive Director and within corporate guidelines.
• Assist in monitoring staff and safe food handling procedures including but not limited to receiving of food, storage, preparation and proper cooling and reheating of all food products.
• Responsible for scheduling of staff but may delegate scheduling duties, as needed.
• Ensure the success of outside marketing events, in-house marketing and activities and additional catering events as needed. Must follow proper forms and paperwork protocol.
• Uphold department and company standards while requiring team members to do the same.
• Aid in the timely upkeep of equipment and oversee repairs and maintenance.
• Assist Executive Director in planning future Dining Services budgets.
• Track, record, and maintain inventory stock including foods, beverages, and kitchen supplies.
• Must hold regularly scheduled staff meetings communicating upcoming events and discuss ongoing training as needed.
• Effectively communicate with corporate dining services team.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and creative problem solving where necessary.

• Report any on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.

• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, team members, and community operations.
• Adhere to state and county regulatory compliance.
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

• 5+ years experience in a kitchen managerial position
• Culinary Arts degree, or related degree
• Experience managing and leading a staff of 15+ employees
• Culinary Arts degree
• Previous experience in working with older adults

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
• State food-handling and kitchen regulations
• Operation of kitchen appliances (dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, ice machine, blender, food processor, meat slicer, mixer, etc.) and office equipment (FAX, photocopier, and telephone)
• Knowledge and conformity to state and local food code and health code regulations with an overall keen sense of sanitation and food safety
• Basic knowledge and understanding of business principles with regard to budgets, invoicing, inventory, acceptable hiring practices and marketing
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office products

Preferred Qualifications

• ServSafe certification
• Willingness to learn and help others
• Enjoyment in working with older adult