Dining Director

Dial Silvercrest Corp•Sioux City, IA

About The Position

Dial is the place to love the way you work. Our team members get the opportunity to serve and learn from some of the most knowledgeable seniors. Our residents will become your family as we seek to infuse happiness into the lives of those we serve daily. You will make a difference at Dial by not only adding years to resident's lives but life to their years. 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.

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
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

Nice To Haves

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

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