Dining Services Director - Senior Living

Allegro Senior Living•Kill Devil Hills, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Arbor of the Outer Banks is seeking a passionate and experienced Dining Services Director to lead their culinary team. This role is crucial in creating memorable meals and meaningful moments for residents in a senior living environment. The Dining Services Director is responsible for managing the entire Dining Services department, ensuring healthy, appetizing meals are prepared and served, and that the department operates efficiently. The main objective is to make dining the highlight of the residents' day.

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.
Includes 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
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 staff.
Oversee and monitor that staff are properly accounting for hours worked using the time clock.
Review time clock records at least twice weekly and submit to the Business Office Manager for payroll.
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 transgressions.
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.