Dining Services Manager
SAGA Senior Living•Kingwood, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
Tarina of Kingwood is seeking a dependable Dining Services Manager to help prepare familiar, comforting meals that support routine, memory, and well‑being for our residents. Bring comfort to the table—when it matters most.
Requirements
- Minimum of three to five years of culinary experience and/or kitchen management experience required
- Knowledge of food safety and familiar with food service disaster plan required
- Must be 18 years or older
- Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test.
- Applicants may be subject to a background check.
Nice To Haves
- High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead daily kitchen operations by supervising, training, and supporting cooks and food service staff while actively assisting with meal preparation and cooking
- Plan and execute regular and modified menus that meet resident dietary needs while following standardized recipes, portion control, and presentation guidelines
- Monitor food quality, production, and waste by completing daily production worksheets, waste logs, and conducting meal quality checks
- Manage inventory, food costs, and departmental supplies to stay within budget while ensuring adequate stock and proper use of leftovers
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local health, safety, sanitation, and food service regulations, including audit readiness and equipment cleanliness standards
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance
- Short and Long-term Disability insurance
- Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
