Culinary Services Director

The Claiborne at Baton Rouge • Baton Rouge, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking an experienced, people-focused Culinary Services Director to lead all aspects of dining services at its Baton Rouge location. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for providing high-quality, nutritious meals and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming dining experience for residents. The role calls for a leader who takes ownership of outcomes, acts with integrity, maintains quality and consistency, and values a strong workplace culture.

The director oversees dining operations and a culinary team, develops menus that address residents’ nutritional needs and preferences, and ensures compliance with food service, sanitation, and safety regulations. The role also manages inventory and budgets, coordinates special events and themed meals with the Activities team, responds to feedback from residents and families, and drives ongoing improvements to the dining experience.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of management experience in food service, hospitality, senior living, or healthcare.
• Proven ability to lead teams and deliver excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of nutritional guidelines, special diets, and food service best practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to remain focused and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• ServSafe certification, or willingness to obtain it within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dining services operations, including food quality, service, sanitation, and safety.
• Develop and implement menus that meet residents’ nutritional needs, preferences, and special diets.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal food service, sanitation, and safety regulations.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise dining services team members.
• Manage food and supply inventory in accordance with budget guidelines.
• Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming dining areas and kitchen spaces.
• Partner with the Activities team to plan special events and themed meals.
• Communicate with residents, families, and team members to address feedback and concerns.
• Monitor resident satisfaction and implement improvements as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement in service standards, presentation, and the overall dining experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed