Dining Services Director - Senior Living

Foundry Commercial•Kill Devil Hills, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Allegro Living, the parent company of Allegro Management Company and Spring Arbor Management Company, is building a premier senior living platform. Spring Arbor of the Outer Banks is hiring a Dining Services Director to lead the dining experience for residents. This role is key in creating memorable meals and meaningful moments, ensuring dining is the highlight of the residents' day. The Dining Services Director is responsible for preparing healthy, appetizing meals and managing the Dining Services department, including staffing, food ordering, preparation, menu planning, food delivery, and sanitation.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Minimum of four (4) years hands-on cooking and menu planning experience, preferably in senior living dining services or hotel industry and including some proven management experience.
Must have state specific Food Manager Certification or be able to certify within 30 days of hire.
Familiar with common kitchen appliances such as grill, steam table, refrigerator units, can openers, food processors, etc.
Must have a positive Criminal Background Screening.
Adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe Certified
Strong culinary experience (senior living preferred)
At least 5 years of dietary and/or restaurant management experience
Leads with creativity, organization, and a passion for service
Technical school degree preferred
Food Manager certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Schedule, supervise, and train Dining Services staff in day-to-day DS operations.
Make job assignments and set priorities for Dining Services staff.
Oversee and monitor that the staff are properly accounting for hours worked using time clock.
Review time clock records at least twice weekly and review with the Business Office Manager for payroll submission.
Submit new hire paperwork as required.
Ensure that equipment is maintained, and work areas are clean, safe, and orderly.
Strictly adhere to procedures regarding infection control, food borne illness prevention, harmful chemical handling, fire, safety, and sanitation, promptly addressing any transgression.
Provide services and interactions throughout the Community which delight the residents, prospects, and the greater community with inspired experiences which result in referrals and high occupancy.
Ensure that the menu is followed, and meals are prepared according to the approved recipes.
Ensure food is prepared in a nutritional, appetizing fashion, and presented in an attractive manner.
If applicable, ensure the menu is signed off by a registered dietician.
Perform other job duties as assigned.