Dining Services Director

Benchmark Senior Living•Rye, NH
•Onsite

About The Position

Benchmark at Rye is looking for a Dining Services Director to join their team! This role operates on a Monday-Friday schedule with a Manager on Duty rotation. The Food Service Director will be working in a hospitality model kitchen, cooking, serving, and interacting with residents of our assisted living care facility. While the position contains management duties, it is not a full administrative role. The individual is expected to be hands-on and on the line, helping cooks prepare and serve food at least 2 shifts per week. The director will also integrate into the Benchmark community, interacting with residents and their families, and acting as a liaison between residents and staff. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced culinary professional with a passion for interacting with people and a desire for a strong work-life balance.

Requirements

  • Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
  • Must have knowledge of dietary procedures and related Health Department regulations and guidelines for food service operations.
  • Must be able to serve food and beverages for residents in a prompt and efficient manner.
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Required to stand in one place for extended periods.

Responsibilities

  • Managing a team of food service professionals to prepare quality meals for residents.
  • Completing daily administrative reports.
  • Ensuring compliance with state, federal, and local regulations, as well as Benchmark’s S&P’s.
  • Reporting all accidents and incidents to the Executive Director.
  • Assuring that planned menus are followed in accordance with established dietary guidelines and records.
  • Assuring cleanliness of all work areas.
  • Inspecting food storage rooms, utility janitorial closets, etc., for upkeep, supply, and infection control.
  • Reviewing all temperature documentation of freezers, refrigerators, etc., for proper temperatures.
  • Addressing resident concerns or problems with service immediately.
  • Managing the department budget and maintaining adequate financial records and cost reports.
  • Conducting monthly food advisory board meetings with residents and keeping minutes.
  • Working a minimum of one weekend day every work week.

Benefits

  • 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
  • Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off
  • Discounted Meal Program
  • Associate Referral Bonus Program, up to $1,500
  • Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
  • Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits; no enrollment waiting period
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Company-provided Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
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